HISTORY
ORIGINS OF CHRISTIANITY
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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Detailed explanation-1: -As of 2020, Christians formed 49% of the continent’s population, with Muslims forming 42%. In a relatively short time, Africa has risen from having a majority of followers of indigenous, traditional religions, to being predominantly a continent of Christians and Muslims.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Roman Empire officially adopted Christianity in AD 380. During the Early Middle Ages, most of Europe underwent Christianization, a process essentially complete with the Baltic Christianization in the 15th century.
Detailed explanation-3: -Religion in Africa is multifaceted and has been a major influence on art, culture and philosophy. Today, the continent’s various populations and individuals are mostly adherents of Christianity, Islam, and to a lesser extent several traditional African religions.
Detailed explanation-4: -Explore the history of Jerusalem in this video resource from PBS LearningMedia and find out why this city is considered one of the most sacred sites to three major world religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.