Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
A. The Christians were persecuted by the Romans during various periods because of their beliefs, which were popular among the poor.
B. Christianity was made the Empire's official state religion later that century.
C. Constantine the Great, the Roman emperor, announced toleration for Christianity in 313 CE, putting an end to all persecution.
D. The monotheistic Christian faith clashed with the polytheistic Roman religion (many gods).

Correct option is C

The correct sequence is ADBC.
Explanation:
· A (Christians were persecuted) introduces the topic of persecution.
· D (Christianity clashed with Roman religion) explains why persecution happened.
· B (Christianity became the state religion) follows logically, showing the resolution.
· C (Constantine's toleration policy) serves as a conclusion to the transition.
Thus, the best logical flow is A → D → B → C.