Rip Van Winkle Study Questions

Why was Rip Van Winkle unhappy at home?

What kind of work did Rip prefer over farming?

Describe the men Rip encounters in the mountains. What made them unusual?

What happens after Rip drinks from the keg?

What clues suggest to Rip that something is strange when he wakes up?

How does the village react to Rip when he returns?

What major historical event did Rip sleep through?

How is Rip's life different after he returns to the village?

What role does Rip play in the village after his return?

Do you think Rip's story is believable? Why or why not?