- 1. After years of turmoil and conflict, David ascended to the throne as the king of Israel, marking the beginning of a new era for the nation. His rise to power was not only a result of his heroic leadership but also of his unwavering faith in God and his ability to unite the tribes of Israel under one banner. The Philistines, a longstanding enemy of the Israelites, had posed a formidable threat, oppressing and challenging the Israelites for decades. In a dramatic series of battles, David led his people not only with military prowess but also with strategic brilliance. His previous encounters, including the legendary defeat of Goliath, had cemented his reputation as a warrior king, inspiring his troops and solidifying their loyalty. Under David's leadership, the Israelite army engaged the Philistines in fierce combat, employing both their numerical advantage and tactical skills. The turning point came at the battle at Baal-perazim, where David's forces decisively defeated the Philistine army, demonstrating that they could no longer oppress the Israelites. As David returned to Jerusalem, triumphant and adorned with spoils of war, he was not just a king but a symbol of hope and renewal, having transformed the kingdom into a united front capable of overcoming its enemies. This victory not only solidified his kingship but also laid the groundwork for a prosperous and unified Israel, revered for decades to come.
Who anointed David as king of Israel?
A) Solomon
B) Goliath
C) Samuel
D) Saul
- 2. What tribe was David from?
A) Judah
B) Levi
C) Ephraim
D) Benjamin
- 3. Who was David's best friend and son of King Saul?
A) Jesse
B) Ahimelech
C) Jonathan
D) Abner
- 4. What was David known for playing to soothe King Saul as he was tormented by an evil spirit?
A) Flute
B) Trumpet
C) Harp
D) Drum
- 5. What did David use to bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem?
A) A chariot
B) A wagon
C) A new cart
D) A horse
- 6. Who's wife did David take as his own causing conflict with King Saul?
A) Bathsheba
B) Abigail
C) Michal
D) Ruth
- 7. What did David write many poems, songs, and prayers known as?
A) Ecclesiastes
B) Proverbs
C) Psalms
D) Isaiah
- 8. What did David promise to build for the Lord in Jerusalem?
A) An altar
B) A temple
C) A palace
D) A fortress
- 9. How many stones did David pick up to defeat Goliath?
A) Seven
B) Five
C) Three
D) Ten
- 10. After Saul's death, where did David reign as king for seven and a half years before moving his capital to Jerusalem?
A) Ziklag
B) Gath
C) Jericho
D) Hebron
- 11. Where did David hide from King Saul in the wilderness of En Gedi?
A) A rock
B) A cave
C) A tree
D) A tent
- 12. What was the name of the giant Philistine warrior slain by Abishai, one of David's mighty men?
A) Ishbi-Benob
B) Saph
C) Lahmi
D) Goliath
- 13. Who did David appoint as his successor in his old age?
A) Joab
B) Jonathan
C) Solomon
D) Abner
- 14. Who became the king of Israel after Saul's death?
A) Samson
B) David
C) Solomon
D) Jonathan
- 15. How many years did David reign as king over Israel?
A) 50 years
B) 40 years
C) 30 years
D) 20 years
- 16. What was the name of the giant warrior defeated by David with a sling and a stone?
A) Goliath
B) Absalom
C) Saul
D) Jonathan
- 17. In which battle were the Philistines defeated with the help of God by David's army?
A) Battle of Gideon
B) Battle of Rephaim
C) Battle of Ai
D) Battle of Jericho
- 18. Which of David's sons rebelled against him and tried to seize the throne?
A) Adonijah
B) Solomon
C) Absalom
D) Amnon
- 19. What was the name of the Philistine city where the Ark of the Covenant was taken after defeating the Israelites?
A) Ashdod
B) Gath
C) Gaza
D) Ekron
- 20. How did David show mercy to Saul when he had the chance to kill him?
A) He banished him
B) He imprisoned him
C) He exiled him
D) He spared his life
- 21. Who was the prophet who rebuked David for his sin with Bathsheba?
A) Samuel
B) Isaiah
C) Nathan
D) Elijah
- 22. What was the name of David's capital city where he moved the Ark of the Covenant?
A) Jerusalem
B) Bethlehem
C) Hebron
D) Nazareth
- 23. What was the name of David's faithful general who remained loyal to him in his darkest hour?
A) Joab
B) Asahel
C) Amasa
D) Abner
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