Fanny Appleton and Longfellow's Story

The speaker recounts their experience of drawing a statue and later discovering it was of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, a famous 19th-century American poet. They delve into Longfellow's love story with Fanny Appleton, highlighting his persistence and eventual marriage. The narrative takes a tragic turn with Fanny's accidental death, leading Longfellow to grow a beard to cover his scars. The story emphasizes the power of art in preserving history and personal stories.

What inspired the narrator to draw the statue for the first time?

• A challenge to improve drawing skills

• A famous artist's recommendation

• A school assignment

• A friend's suggestion

Who was the subject of the statue that intrigued the narrator?

• Ralph Waldo Emerson

• Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

• Edgar Allan Poe

• Walt Whitman

What was Henry Wadsworth Longfellow known for?

• Being a popular American poet

• Being a renowned sculptor

• Being a celebrated musician

• Being a famous painter

Who was Fanny Appleton?

• Longfellow's sister

• Longfellow's first wife

• Longfellow's love interest

• Longfellow's daughter

How did Longfellow try to win Fanny's affection?

• By composing songs for her

• By walking long distances to see her

• By sending her gifts

• By writing her letters

What did Longfellow do after being rejected by Fanny?

• He started a new hobby

• He wrote a book about his feelings

• He took a leave from his job

• He moved to another city

How long did Fanny take to reconsider Longfellow's proposal?

• Three years

• Five years

• Ten years

• Seven years

What poem did Longfellow write about his love story with Fanny?

• The Song of Hiawatha

• The Road Not Taken

• The Raven

• The Bridge

What is the significance of the Longfellow Bridge?

• It was named after Longfellow's love story

• It was named after Longfellow's poem

• It was named after a famous battle

• It was named after a historical event

What tragic event led to Fanny's death?

• A drowning incident

• A car accident

• A house fire

• A sudden illness