God chose Saul as the anointed one (see 1 Samuel 9:16).
Whose ox or donkey have I taken?: Compare with Numbers 16:15.
Whom have I cheated or oppressed?: This contrasts with the actions of kings (1 Samuel 8:11–16).
have I accepted a bribe and closed my eyes?: No, but Samuel’s sons did (1 Samuel 8:3).