JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1988 Question 22

Question 22

Parental Responsibility

Amnon's incest with Tamar marks the beginning of

  1. A.the intrigues for succession to the throne
  2. B.David's popularity
  3. C.the fame of Solomon's wisdom
  4. D.David's love for Uriah's wife
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Answer: A (the intrigues for succession to the throne)

Explanation

Absalom killed Amnon, David's eldest son, for raping Tamar; this began the struggle among David's sons for the throne (2 Samuel 13–15).