Key Insights into The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

What was Washington Irving's first professional writing job?

• Writing for a New York newspaper under a pen name

• Writing historical pieces

• Writing biographies

• Writing for a London magazine

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What inspired the supernatural elements in The Legend of Sleepy Hollow?

• French myths

• American folk tales

• German folk tales

• English legends

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Where is The Legend of Sleepy Hollow set?

• Boston

• Philadelphia

• New York

• Washington D.C.

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What is Ichabod Crane's main motivation for wanting to marry Katrina Van Tassel?

• Her beauty

• Her father's wealth

• Her intelligence

• Her kindness

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What is Brom Bones known for?

• Being a skilled horseman

• Being a talented musician

• Being a famous writer

• Being a wealthy merchant

What is Katrina Van Tassel's main characteristic?

• Her beauty and ability to use men

• Her kindness

• Her intelligence

• Her musical talent

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What theme is explored in The Legend of Sleepy Hollow?

• The value of education

• The power of love

• The importance of family

• The pursuit of wealth and its consequences

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Which other short story by Washington Irving helped him gain worldwide popularity?

• The Fall of the House of Usher

• The Raven

• The Tell-Tale Heart

• Rip Van Winkle

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What type of media has The Legend of Sleepy Hollow NOT been adapted into?

• Feature films

• Radio dramas

• Animated versions

• Stage plays

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What year was the feature film adaptation of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow released?

• 1999

• 2001

• 1997

• 1995

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