SAT II World History : Roman Empire

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Example Question #55 : Sat Subject Test In World History

The Diocletianic Persecution, in the fourth century, was ________________.

Possible Answers:

the first instance of official persecution of Christians by the Roman Empire

an attempt to eradicate Paganism within the Roman Empire

a widespread execution of barbarian tribal rulers under the orders of the Roman Emperor

None of these

the last widespread, official persecution of Christians by the Roman Empire

Correct answer:

the last widespread, official persecution of Christians by the Roman Empire

Explanation:

The Diocletianic Persecution was the last widespread, official persecution of Christians in the Roman Empire. It began in the year 303 C.E. and lasted, in some form or another, until 313 C.E. when Constantine issued the Edict of Milan which officially granted tolerance to practicing Christians within the Empire.

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