Question 13
Solomon and the Divided KingdomThe division of David kingdom was immediate result of
- A.Absalom's revolt
- B.Solomon's forced labour
- C.Jehoboam's unwise decision
- D.Jeroboam's revolt
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (Jehoboam's unwise decision)
Explanation
Rehoboam rejected the elders' advice and promised to make the people's yoke heavier, so the ten northern tribes broke away (1 Kings 12:13–16).