Which event led to Emperor Nero persecuting the Christians?(1 point) Responses the Great Fire of Rome the Great Fire of Rome the Edict of Milan the Edict of Milan the crucifixion of Jesus the crucifixion of Jesus the Council of Nicaea
What role did Constantine play in the spread of Christianity throughout the empire?(1 point) Responses When Constantine declared Christianity legal, other leaders refused to convert, which influenced pagan followers and limited the spread of Christianity. When Constantine declared Christianity legal, other leaders refused to convert, which influenced pagan followers and limited the spread of Christianity. After Constantine declared Christianity legal, Bishop Donatus advised forgiveness of previous church leadership, which inspired the rapid spread of Christianity throughout the empire. After Constantine declared Christianity legal, Bishop Donatus advised forgiveness of previous church leadership, which inspired the rapid spread of Christianity throughout the empire. After Constantine lost the Battle of Milvian Bridge, the emperors and their people renewed their faith in pagan gods, limiting the spread of Christianity. After Constantine lost the Battle of Milvian Bridge, the emperors and their people renewed their faith in pagan gods, limiting the spread of Christianity. Constantine declared Christianity legal, and it quickly spread throughout the land as Christians were free to worship and were given important leadership positions.
Which of the following was a political cause of the East-West Schism?(1 point) Responses disputes over the role of religious icons disputes over the role of religious icons disputes over the language of religious service disputes over the language of religious service disputes over the leadership of the Christian Church disputes over the leadership of the Christian Church disputes over the nature of God and the Nicene Creed
disputes over the leadership of the Christian Church
The correct answer to the first question is: The crucifixion of Jesus.
The correct answer to the second question is: Constantine declared Christianity legal, and it quickly spread throughout the land as Christians were free to worship and were given important leadership positions.
The correct answer to the third question is: Disputes over the leadership of the Christian Church.
To find the answer to the first question, "Which event led to Emperor Nero persecuting the Christians?", we can eliminate the incorrect options by using historical knowledge. One of the best-known events associated with Emperor Nero is the Great Fire of Rome, which occurred in 64 AD. It had devastating consequences for the city and led to widespread rumors and unrest. Nero, in an effort to deflect blame from himself, accused the Christians of starting the fire and subsequently persecuted them. Therefore, the correct answer is "the Great Fire of Rome."
For the second question, "What role did Constantine play in the spread of Christianity throughout the empire?", we can evaluate the options to determine the most accurate statement. Constantine was a Roman emperor who ruled in the early 4th century AD and is known for his Edict of Milan, which legalized Christianity in the Roman Empire. This marked a significant turning point for the Christian faith, as it removed their status as a persecuted minority and allowed them to openly worship and spread their beliefs. The statement that best reflects this is: "Constantine declared Christianity legal, and it quickly spread throughout the land as Christians were free to worship and were given important leadership positions."
Lastly, for the question, "Which of the following was a political cause of the East-West Schism?", we need to consider the historical context. The East-West Schism refers to the division between the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Roman Catholic Church, which occurred in 1054 AD. Among the given options, the one that aligns with the political cause of this division is "disputes over the leadership of the Christian Church." The East-West Schism was fueled by disagreements over authority and jurisdiction, with the Patriarch of Constantinople and the Pope of Rome each claiming primacy in the Christian Church.