Rise of Christianity

Question 1

The Byzantines created their own Christian Church, which became the Eastern Orthodox Church.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 2

Which Roman emperor made Christianity the official religion of the empire, banning all others?

Accepted Answer

Theodosius

Question 3

The Byzantine Christian Church reflected its ____________ heritage.

Accepted Answer

Greek

Question 4

What is this style of art--pictures made by inlaid stone or glass.

Accepted Answer

Mosaics

Question 5

What is a term for someone who dies for what they believe in?

Accepted Answer

Martyr

Question 6

Which of the following is not a member of the early church hierarchy?

Accepted Answer

Diocese

Question 7

How many years did it take to build the most famous church in Constantinople?

Accepted Answer

5

Question 8

After the Franks defended Italy from invaders, the pope made this Frankish king emperor.

Accepted Answer

Charlemagne

Question 9

What is a term for a split in the church?

Accepted Answer

Schism

Question 10

Which of Jesus' disciples established churches in each of the cities labeled on this map?

Accepted Answer

Paul

Question 11

What does "Gospel" mean?

Accepted Answer

Good news

Question 12

What is the capital of Wyoming?

Accepted Answer

Cheyenne

Question 13

This modern day city is located on the strait that separates Europe and Asia

Accepted Answer

Istanbul

Question 14

Which emperor built a new city on the site of Byzantium?

Accepted Answer

Constantine

Question 15

What group of people overthrew the Byzantine Empire?

Accepted Answer

Ottoman Turks

Question 16

This is the most famous church in Constantinople. What is it called?

Accepted Answer

Hagia Sophia

Question 17

Elements of a culture that spread from one group to another is called cultural _________.

Accepted Answer

Diffusion

Question 18

Which of the following is not a central theme in the teachings of Jesus?

Accepted Answer

You must be a member of a church

Question 19

What is the name of the Jewish fortress that is seen as a symbol of Jewish heroism today?

Accepted Answer

Masada

Question 20

When Jesus was arrested after the Last Supper, what was MOST LIKELY the charge against him?

Accepted Answer

Being disloyal to the Roman government

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