Which emperor initiated an empire-wide attempt to eradicate Christianity?
A) Decius
B) Octavian
C) Nero
D) Claudius
E) Diocletian
Answer: A
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a. Christianity saddled people with guilt b. Christian values led to the deterioration of life and culture. c. Christian doctrines continue to increase the worth of a man's soul. d. God is man's own creation. e. Morality, values, and truths do not derive from God.
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