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AS 4: The Origins and Development of the Early Christian Church to AD 325
Quick questions on Persecution and martyrdom - CCEA AS-Level Religious Studies
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What does the word "martyr" mean? [2 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Explain why Christians' refusal to worship the emperor led to persecution. [6 marks]
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"Persecution strengthened rather than weakened the early Church." Discuss. [12 marks]
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