Constantine was the first roman emperor to embrace christianity (1), and he issued an edict that protected christians (2). this officially ended the persecution of christians and granted them the freedom to worship (3). but the edict failed and christians were persecuted until catholic leaders met at the council of trent (4).

Which statement best summarizes how interpreted in very strict terms government have changed over time

The battle of sabine pass is important because? a) it was a stalemate between union and confederate armies. b) it resulted in the largest confederate casualty in the war. c) it marks the failed attempt of the union army to invade the confederate state of texas. d) it was won by the union soldiers and marked a turning point in the western front of the war.

Which instance of political expression would be considered symbolic speech? a. a student wearing all black to call attention to political issues b. a candidate for congress giving an interview to the media c. a demonstrator chanting anticorporate slogans outside a company’s headquarters d. a local citizen speaking up at a town hall meeting