Rip Van Winkle (part one)

Where does the story Rip Van Winkle take place?

• Dutch Village in the Kaatskill mountains

• An early colony in Boston, Mass.

• Near a tavern in London

• On a ship that was traveling between Britain the Americas

What characteristics accurately describe Rip Van Winkle? Check all that apply.

• Simple, good natured man

• Bitter and not thoughtful towards others, especially his wife

• Kind neighbor

• Obedient, hen-pecked husband

What does it mean that Rip Van Winkle had an "insuperable aversion to all kinds of profitable labor?"

• He was extremely lazy.

• He only worked if it somehow benefited him.

• He put the needs of his wife before himself.

• He avoided work that made money or supported himself, but he was always willing to do work for his neighbors.

How does Rip spend his time? (check all that apply)

• Helping others

• Fishing and hunting

• Writing books

• Enjoying philosophical conversation at the Inn with his friends.

How does Rip respond to his wife's lectures?

• His tone is serious and he's always willing to please her.

• He shrugs his shoulders, rolls his eyes, and says nothing.

• He asks how he can please her more.

Why did Rip go to one of the highest parts of the Kaatskill mountains?

• He wanted to get some exercise with his dog, Wolf.

• He heard a strange noise and wanted to investigate.

• He simply lost track of where he was going.

• He wanted to get away from his wife and another quarrel.

What does Rip hear just as he's about to descend or go down the mountain?

• A coyote

• A bird

• Silence

• Someone call out his name.

Which one of these characteristics DO NOT accurately describe the stranger he encounters?

• tall and skinny

• short and square build

• thick, bushy hair

• antique Dutch dress and wore a stout keg

Does Rip decide to follow the stranger?

• yes, and he helps him carry his things

• no, he knows better than that

What does Rip and the stranger find at their destination?

• a crowd of people sleeping peacefully

• a strange group of individuals playing nine pins

• a calming and peaceful stream