The Secret Chord Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

How does Avshalom win the hearts of the people? (from Chapters 23 - 28)

He visits their villages and eats with them.

He gives them gifts of food.

He reminds them that he rid the city of his horrible brother Amnon.

He greets them at the gate and makes them feel like he is interested in their needs.

2.

For what reason does Mikhal not send for her children even though David makes the offer? (from Chapters 10-14)

She does not want to take them away from Palti and cause more heartache for him.

She does not want them to be around David's other children.

She does not really care for them anymore, as she is settling into her new life.

She does not want them to be influenced by royal life.

3.

Why is David not allowed to build the Temple he has dreamed about and planned? (from Chapters 10-14)

The Name will provide a different place for the Ark.

The Name does not want the Temple built.

The Name does not want David to become more prideful.

His heart and hands are bloodstained so such a holy task cannot be completed by him.

4.

Why does Avshalom wait two years before taking revenge on Amnon? (from Chapter 15 - 22)

His mother begs him to not do anything rash.

He fears that Avshalom is expecting retribution, so he waits in order to catch him off guard.

He first thinks Tamar invited the encounter, but later learns the truth.

He waits out of respect for his father.

5.

Why does Mikhal finally turn her heart to Palti? (from Chapters 6-9)

Shaul commands her to bear children.

She believes she will never see David again.

She realizes that he desires her as a woman and that she is silly to pine for someone that has abandoned her.

She is tired of sleeping in a cold bed at night.

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