Sleepy Hollow Chapter 8

What time of night is Ichabod traveling home?

• Early morning

• Noon

• Dusk

• Midnight

What is the name of Ichabod's horse?

• Thunder

• Gunpowder

• Rocket

• Lightning

What is the significance of the tree Ichabod passes on his way home?

• It is the place where Ichabod first met his love.

• It is the location of a famous battle.

• It is known as Major André’s tree, linked to a tragic story.

• It is a landmark marking the border of Sleepy Hollow.

What does Ichabod think he sees hanging from the tree?

• A ghost

• A white cloth

• Lightning-scarred wood

• A person hiding

Where does Ichabod cross as he continues on his journey?

• A narrow bridge over a river

• A small brook and a marshy glen

• A deserted village

• A field of tall grass

What historical event is associated with the place Ichabod crosses?

• The capture of Major André

• The Battle of Sleepy Hollow

• The founding of the town

• A famous meeting between Ichabod and Brom Bones

How does Ichabod feel as he approaches the marshy glen?

• Excited and curious

• Fearful and uneasy

• Angry and determined

• Calm and hopeful

What unusual event happens when Ichabod tries to cross the bridge?

• His horse refuses to move.

• He loses his way and gets lost.

• His horse runs off without him.

• The bridge collapses.

What does Ichabod see that frightens him near the bridge?

• A large, shadowy figure

• A group of ghostly riders

• The headless horseman

• A terrifying, glowing light

How does Ichabod react when he first encounters the figure on the road?

• He calls out to the figure.

• He asks the figure, “Who are you?”

• He runs away without looking back.

• He offers the figure a ride.