The Spread of Christianity: From Jerusalem to the Roman Empire
- 1. What event is considered the start of the Christian church?
A) The Resurrection
B) The Council of Nicaea
C) Pentecost
D) The Crucifixion
- 2. Which apostle was known as the ' Apostle to the Gentiles'?
A) Paul
B) Peter
C) John
D) James
- 3. What does the term 'Evangelism' refer to?
A) Studying the Bible
B) Teaching theology
C) Spreading the Christian gospel
D) Praying in church
- 4. Who was the first Christian martyr?
A) Stephen
B) James
C) Paul
D) Peter
- 5. Which Apostle is traditionally credited with founding the Christian community in Rome?
A) John
B) Peter
C) Andrew
D) Paul
- 6. What term is used for early Christian teachers and leaders?
A) Apostles
B) Fathers of the Church
C) Martyrs
D) Saints
- 7. Which of the following was a key document in spreading Christian doctrine?
A) The New Testament
B) The Qur'an
C) The Talmud
D) The Old Testament
- 8. Which Emperor began the widespread persecution of Christians in the Roman Empire?
A) Tiberius
B) Augustus
C) Constantine
D) Nero
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