Question

Which of the following best describes one of the major reasons that some Roman authorities persecuted the early Christians?

• A. Their political strength was a threat to the authority of provincial leaders
• B. Their frequent use of military force threatened the stability of the Empire
• C. Their inclusion of slaves made the Romans nervous about a slave rebellion
• D. They refused to worship the emperor as a god
• E. Their vast economic success was viewed with suspicion by the Roman aristocracy

Answer 1

The correct option is D They refused to worship the emperor as a god

They refused to worship the emperor as a god best describes one of the major reasons that some Roman authorities persecuted the early Christians.