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The Republic of Rome — Unit test

Question 13 • NY-Global History and Geography I

The official religion of the Roman Empire was a form of paganism in which worshippers prayed to Roman gods and the emperor. In Judea, was there any freedom of religion under Roman rule?

Answer
A
No, early Christians were persecuted.
B
Yes, Jews were able to practice their religion.
C
No, everyone was required to worship the emperor.
D
Yes, all religions were tolerated if they incorporated Roman religion.

Explanation

Yes. Roman rule generally allowed Jews in Judea to practice their own religion and observe their traditions, even though the empire had its own official pagan religion. This did not mean every religion was equally free in every circumstance, but Jews were not generally required to worship the emperor. So the correct choice is “Yes, Jews were able to practice their religion.”

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