History of Israelites

What was the primary reason many Israelites called for a king around 1100 b.c.?

• To develop a new alphabet

• To lead them in battle against the Philistines

• To tax the people

• To adopt Canaanite ideas

Who was the first king anointed by Samuel to lead the Israelites?

• David

• Goliath

• Saul

• Samuel

What significant action did Saul take under his leadership?

• He developed a new calendar

• He won many battles against the Philistines

• He created an alphabet

• He ignored God's commands

How did David defeat Goliath?

• With a heavy spear

• With a slingshot and stones

• With a large army

• With a chariot

What led to Saul's jealousy towards David?

• David's escape from his command

• David's loss in battle

• The praise David received from the women of Israel

• David's refusal to fight Goliath

What was the capital city established by David for Israel?

• Bethlehem

• Nazareth

• Jerusalem

• Hebron

What is David known for in addition to being a king?

• Being a warrior

• Being a fine musician and poet

• Being a carpenter

• Being a shepherd

Which book of the Hebrew Bible contains songs believed to be written by David?

• Book of Genesis

• Book of Exodus

• Book of Leviticus

• Book of Psalms

What significant construction did Solomon build in Jerusalem?

• The Great Wall

• The Royal Palace

• The First Temple

• The Tower of Babel

What did the terraces built by the Israelites under David's rule help prevent?

• Erosion of buildings

• Soil from washing down the hillside

• Attacks from enemies

• Droughts