How many smooth stones did David collect from the brook before approaching Goliath?
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Correct answer: Five
David chose five smooth stones from the stream and put them in the pouch of his shepherd's bag. While he only needed one to defeat Goliath, scholars often suggest the others were for the giant's four brothers or simply as backups.
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