The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

Which point of view is this story narrated from?

• 1st person

• 2nd person

• 3rd person

• it switches between 1st & 3rd

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Which of the following best describes the setting of Sleepy Hollow?

• poor and rundown with lots of repairs to do

• terrifying and haunted with everyone afraid all the time

• peaceful and calm, nestled between hills

• wealthy and luxurious with extravagant shops and houses

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Which of the following is a hyperbole that describes Ichabod’s physical appearance?

• “He was tall and extremely lank with narrow shoulders and long arms and legs.”

• “His hands dangled a mile out of his sleeves, and his feet might have served for shovels.”

• “Picture a small head, flat at the top, huge ears, large green glassy eyes, and a long nose.”

• “He appeared similar to a scarecrow in a cornfield.”

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What is an accurate synonym for the word ‘spring’ as it is used in paragraph 11?

• to jump up

• the season after winter

• a metal coil

• flowing water

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How does the character of Brom Bones differ from Ichabod Crane?

• Ichabod is skilled with horses while Brom Bones can barely ride on one.

• Brom Bones is interested in marrying Katrina Van Tassel while Ichabod likes someone else.

• Ichabod is strong and tough, but Brom seems weak and scrawny.

• Brom likes to cause mischief around town while Ichabod enjoys chatting & reading.

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Choose the quote from the text that best supports your choice for #5.

• The neighbors knew if there was a prank or a fight, Brom Bones had something to do with it.

• Among these suitors, the most formidable was a burly, reckless man by the name of Brom Van Brunt-

• He was broad shouldered and had short, curly black hair.

• He was famous for great knowledge and skill in horsemanship-

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Which statement best describes the conflict that exists between Ichabod Crane and Brom Bones?

• Brom Bones wanted the school master job, but Ichabod got hired instead.

• Ichabod is jealous that Brom is so much richer and stronger than he is.

• Ichabod and Brom are both seeking the affection of the same woman.

• Brom broke into Ichabod’s stables and stole his prized horse.

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What type of conflict is described in the answer for #7?

• person vs. person

• person vs. self

• person vs. nature

• person vs. society

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Examine paragraph 20. What was the cause of Ichabod leaving the party crestfallen and upset?

• No one had eaten the delicious snacks he had spent so much time preparing.

• Katrina had refused to dance with him every time he asked.

• When Ichabod told Katrina he had feelings for her, she turned him down.

• Ichabod asked Mr. Van Tassel for permission to marry his daughter, and he said no.

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Which pair best describes the mood of the story during Ichabod’s journey home from the Van Tassel party?

• eerie & suspenseful

• upbeat & hopeful

• lonely & mysterious

• relieved & gloomy

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