I Samuel 27

Why did David decide to escape to the land of the Philistines?

• To find new allies against Saul

• To escape Saul's pursuit

• To seek refuge from the Amalekites

Who was the king of Gath with whom David sought refuge?

• Nabal

• Saul

• Achish

What did Achish give to David as a place to dwell?

• Ziklag

• Jerusalem

• Bethlehem

How long did David dwell in the country of the Philistines?

• One year and four months

• Six months

• Two years

Which groups did David and his men invade while living among the Philistines?

• The Moabites and the Edomites

• The Geshurites, the Gezrites, and the Amalekites

• The Egyptians and the Assyrians

Why did David leave no survivors in the lands he invaded?

• To prevent them from reporting to Achish

• To gather more resources

• To avoid retaliation

What did David say would happen if he escaped to the land of the Philistines?

• He thought Saul would despair

• He thought he would be welcomed by the Philistines.

• He thought he would be killed by the Philistines.

How many men went with David to Gath?

• 600
• 450
• 300

Did David lie to Achish?

• No, David told the truth to Achish.
• Yes, David lied to Achish.
• David never spoke to Achish.

What did Achish believe about David?

• Achish thought David was a traitor.
• Achish believed that David was loyal and trustworthy.
• Achish considered David to be unreliable.