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Christian History to 1054 Trivia Quiz

The story of Christianity is a fascinating subject. Special thanks to "The Story of Christianity" by Justo L. Gonzalez.

A multiple-choice quiz by the_villain. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
the_villain

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
271,754

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
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Awards
Top 35% Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. Where did Christianity first appear? Hint

Rome

Palestine

Egypt

Greece

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Question 2 of 10

2. What was an "Apologist?" Hint

Those who sought to inherit the punishment for the crucifixion of Christ

The most able of Christian thinkers, writers, and defenders

Roman officials who aided Christians in secret

A secret sect of believers who branched from Judaism

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Question 3 of 10

3. Early Christians were considered cannibals for their Communion ceremonies.

True

False

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Question 4 of 10

4. For what did Emperor Nero blame the Christians, sparking five years of severe persecution? Hint

Poor harvest of various crops

The fire in Rome

A variety of natural disasters

Military defeat in Asia Minor

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Question 5 of 10

5. Why was the fish an early symbol of Christianity? Hint

Fish were considered the most pure creatures

The Greek word for fish--ichthys--could be used as an acrostic with the phrase: "Jesus Christ, Son of God, Savior."

The fish represented one of the gospels more powerful parables

The fish was supposed to remind the viewer that each Christian is called by Christ to be a "fisher of man."

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Question 6 of 10

6. Constantine was baptized as a Christian.

True

False

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Question 7 of 10

7. Who translated the Hebrew bible into Latin? Hint

The Apostle Paul

Augustine of Hippo

Jerome

Ambrose of Milan

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Question 8 of 10

8. What does 'Gnosis' mean in Greek? Hint

Secret, spiritual knowledge

Stubborness

Describes the devotion of a martyr

Wickedness

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Question 9 of 10

9. Which of these are characteristics of Gothic architecture? Hint

Vertical emphasis

Expanses of stained glass

Sculptural detail

All of these are correct

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which rule outlined the proper code and conduct for a monastic society and its members? Hint

Rule of Benedict

Rule of Bernard

Rule of Cluny

Rule of Bruno

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Where did Christianity first appear?

Answer: Palestine

Christianity spread quickly due to Palestine's location as a crossroads for ancient trade.

2. What was an "Apologist?"

Answer: The most able of Christian thinkers, writers, and defenders

Some of the greatest Christian apologists include Justin Martyr, Tertullian, Iranaeus, and Jerome.

3. Early Christians were considered cannibals for their Communion ceremonies.

Answer: True

Since Christians spoke of being nourished by the body and blood of Christ, and since they also spoke of him as a little child, some came to the conclusion that, as an imitation rite, Christians concealed a newborn in the loaf of bread of communion prepared to be eaten.

4. For what did Emperor Nero blame the Christians, sparking five years of severe persecution?

Answer: The fire in Rome

Some suspect Nero for actually igniting the great fire in Rome that devastated the city. According to Tacitus, a Roman historian at the time, "Nero blamed the Christians, who are hated for their abominations, and punished them with refined cruelty."

5. Why was the fish an early symbol of Christianity?

Answer: The Greek word for fish--ichthys--could be used as an acrostic with the phrase: "Jesus Christ, Son of God, Savior."

The fish was also a form of early graffiti Christians used to signal meetings.

6. Constantine was baptized as a Christian.

Answer: True

Constantine was finally baptized on his death bed.

7. Who translated the Hebrew bible into Latin?

Answer: Jerome

Jerome's translation, the Vulgate, became the standard Bible for the Latin-speaking Church.

8. What does 'Gnosis' mean in Greek?

Answer: Secret, spiritual knowledge

Sects like Gnosticism and Marcionism posed great threats to the early church by twisting biblical doctrine.

9. Which of these are characteristics of Gothic architecture?

Answer: All of these are correct

Other characteristics include towering spires, flying buttresses, and ribbed vaults.

10. Which rule outlined the proper code and conduct for a monastic society and its members?

Answer: Rule of Benedict

Benedict's rule was instrumental in maintaining a steadfast Christianity in monasteries throughout Europe.

Source: Author the_villain

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