Legend of Sleepy Hallow Review

What is Ichabod's profession?

Schoolmaster

In which state is The Legend of Sleepy Hollow set?

New York

What is the profession of Katrina Van Tassel's father?

Farmer

Describe the legend of the Headless Horseman.

The Headless Horseman is a spirit who haunts Sleepy Hollow, searching for his missing head.

Name two things for which Brom "Bones" Van Brunt is known in the small town.

His strength and his love for mischief.

The people of this small town descended from which settlers?

Dutch settlers

What is different about the residents of Sleepy Hollow?

They are described as being highly superstitious.

Why can the reader assume that Ichabod fell in love with Katrina?

He wants her family's wealth and land.

Other than hoof prints and a smashed pumpkin, what was the last thing found of Ichabod?

Ichabod's hat.

Where did Ichabod live prior to moving to Sleepy Hollow?

Connecticut.

Why did Ichabod fall in love with Katrina?

For her beauty and her family's money.

What did Ichabod do to make some extra money?

He gave singing lessons.

According to legend, where does the Headless Horseman spend most of his time riding?

Around the church bridge, where he is believed to be buried.

To whom does Ichabod give the punishment of the rod?

The stronger boys who could handle it.

Who typically offers food and lodging to the schoolmaster of the village?

The families of his pupils.

Who was also in love with Katrina and used pranks to discourage Ichabod's advances?

Brom Bones.

Why does Ichabod leave the Van Tassel’s party in such a sad state?

Katrina pulled him aside and rejected him.

After Ichabod’s mysterious disappearance, what rumor circulates about him?

That he is alive and has become a politician.