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WAEC Christian Religious Studies 2023 Question 45

Question 45

Persecution of the Early Church

Herod's arrest of Peter after the execution of James was meant to

  1. A.establish Herod as a good and thoughtful King.
  2. B.show his hatred for the disciples of Christ.
  3. C.win the favour and approval of the Jews.
  4. D.hinder a further spread of the gospel.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (win the favour and approval of the Jews.)

Explanation

"When he saw that it pleased the Jews, he proceeded to arrest Peter" (Acts 12:3).