Roman antagonism toward Christianity was deepened by
A. Christian refusal to worship state gods and emperors.
B. the public nature of Christian gatherings.
C. Christian universality as a force for strengthening of public order.
D. the activities of Matthew and Mark.
E. its Germanic origins.
Answer: A
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