What Effect Did the Sporadic Persecution of Christianity in the First

Multiple Choice

What effect did the sporadic persecution of Christianity in the first and second centuries have on its growth?

A) Caused it to go underground but then its mystery status caused it to grow in popularity.
B) Served to temporarily restrict its growth until Constantine issued the Edict of Milan.
C) Essentially had no effect on its growth as the persecution was so sporadic.
D) Served to strengthen it by causing it to become more organized.
E) Led to increased growth as martyrs raised recognition and popularity.