Sleepy Hollow Test

Front

What causes Ichabod to shiver at the end of scene 1?

Back

Ichabod shivers because he is afraid of the wailing widow.

Front

What does Ichabod's reaction to the wolf howling reveal about his character?

Back

Ichabod's flinching shows that he is nervous and scared.

Front

How does the author portray Brom's character in the drama?

Back

Brom is described as rude but not a bad person; he is just a joker.

Front

Why are lines from offstage included in Scene 7?

Back

The lines show that Ichabod is remembering their words.

Front

What is an example of foreshadowing in the drama?

Back

The line 'So if the horseman comes after you, head for the bridge.' predicts future events.

Front

What is foreshadowing?

Back

Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

Front

What does it mean to flinch?

Back

To flinch means to make a quick, nervous movement in response to fear or pain.

Front

What is the significance of the wailing widow in the story?

Back

The wailing widow represents a source of fear for Ichabod, contributing to the story's suspense.

Front

How does the author create tension in the scenes?

Back

The author uses sound effects, like howling wolves, to create tension and show characters' fears.

Front

What role does humor play in Brom's character?

Back

Brom's humor makes him a more relatable character, despite his roughness.