Multiple choice

True or False: Crucifixion was an uncommon way to execute people in the Roman Empire.

  1. True

  2. False

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Crucifixion was actually a very common and highly public method of execution used by the Roman military and judicial systems. It was routinely used to punish non-citizens, slaves, pirates, and political rebels as a brutal deterrent to others.