Legend of Sleepy Hallow Review
Q1: What is Ichabod's profession?
A1: Schoolmaster
Q2: In which state is The Legend of Sleepy Hollow set?
A2: New York
Q3: What is the profession of Katrina Van Tassel's father?
A3: Farmer
Q4: Describe the legend of the Headless Horseman.
A4: The Headless Horseman is a spirit who haunts Sleepy Hollow, searching for his missing head.
Q5: Name two things for which Brom "Bones" Van Brunt is known in the small town.
A5: His strength and his love for mischief.
Q6: The people of this small town descended from which settlers?
A6: Dutch settlers
Q7: What is different about the residents of Sleepy Hollow?
A7: They are described as being highly superstitious.
Q8: Why can the reader assume that Ichabod fell in love with Katrina?
A8: He wants her family's wealth and land.
Q9: Other than hoof prints and a smashed pumpkin, what was the last thing found of Ichabod?
A9: Ichabod's hat
Q10: Where did Ichabod live prior to moving to Sleepy Hollow?
A10: Connecticut
Q11: Why did Ichabod fall in love with Katrina?
A11: For her beauty and her family's money.
Q12: What did Ichabod do to make some extra money?
A12: He gave singing lessons.
Q13: According to legend, where does the Headless Horseman spend most of his time riding?
A13: Around the church bridge, where he is believed to be buried.
Q14: To whom does Ichabod give the punishment of the rod?
A14: The stronger boys who could handle it.
Q15: Who typically offers food and lodging to the schoolmaster of the village?
A15: The families of his pupils.
Q16: Who was also in love with Katrina and used pranks to discourage Ichabod's advances?
A16: Brom Bones
Q17: Why does Ichabod leave the Van Tassel’s party in such a sad state?
A17: Katrina pulled him aside and rejected him.
Q18: After Ichabod’s mysterious disappearance, what rumor circulates about him?
A18: That he is alive and has become a politician.