Which of the following is a reason why Christianity grew so rapidly in the Roman Empire?

a. Christianity made a broad appeal to people of all ethnicities, classes, and genders.
b. Christianity did not have any official literature to weigh it down.
c. Christianity did not offer a higher religious standing for women and slaves.
d. Christianity spent a lot of money on advertising itself.


a. Christianity made a broad appeal to people of all ethnicities, classes, and genders.

Analysis:
a. Correct. Christianity grew rapidly in the Roman Empire for a variety of reasons, including its broad appeal.
b, c & d. Incorrect. Christianity grew rapidly in the Roman Empire for a variety of reasons, but a lack of official literature was not one of them.

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