The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Pt. 1

Tarrytown got its name from...

the house wives who would wait around the village tavern on market days.

What happened that caused the Headless Horseman to lose his head?

he was decapitated by a cannon in the revolt war

The Headless Horseman rides every night doing what?

Looking for his head

What is Ichabod Crane's job?

School Teacher

Describe Ichabod Crane's physical appearance

tall, lank, long arms, huge ears, green eyes and a big nose

What was one reason Ichabod Crane would accompany some students home?

To make more $, assisting with farm labor, singing and giving lessons

With whom did Ichabod live with?

Hans Van Ripper

Why was Ichabod popular with the ladies?

He was a gentleman with many accomplishments, smart and had superior "taste"

What were some things Ichabod was afraid of?

the dark, the woods, the supernatural

What were Ichabod's plans for the future?

To marry Katrina and inherit her land and wealth

What was always blamed on Brom Bones?

Any fight, prank or brawl

What did Brom Bones have against Ichabod Crane?

He wanted to marry Katrina as well

What was brought to Ichabod Crane one day at school?

An invitation to the Van Tassles party

Why did school let out early?

Because Ichabod needed to get ready for the party at the Van Tassle's the following night

What was the name of Ichabod's borrowed horse?

Gunpowder

What did Ichabod daydream about as he headed to the Van Tassels?

marrying Katrina and becoming the master of the Van Tassel Estate