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• Established circa 1020 B.C.E. by King Saul
• Became a strong, independent state under King David
• Reached the peak of its wealth and power under King Solomon
• Issues over succession and an increase in foreign influences caused the kingdom to divide around 926 B.C.E.

Which ancient Middle Eastern kingdom is described above?

A. Babylonia
B. Palestine
C. Assyria
D. Israel