Legend of Sleepy Hollow

Open Ended

What do you think happened to Ichabod Crane? Explain.

​Discussion Questions

• What does Ichabod like about Katrina Van Tassel?

• What is Brom Bones known for?

• Why was Ichabod disappointed after the dance?

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Multiple Choice

What is Sleepy Hollow known for?

• Beautiful scenery

• Local tales and legends

• Bustling city life

• Peaceful farmlands

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes Ichabod Crane the best?

• A strong and confident farmer

• A short and chubby school teacher

• A tall and lanky man with big ears and a long nose

• A brave and courageous horseman

Multiple Choice

The passage describes Ichabod as "tall and very lanky." What is another word that means similar to "lanky"?

• short and powerful

• strong and large

• thin and tall

• round and tall

Multiple Choice

Why does Ichabod go to Katrina's house?

• To teach a special class

• To attend a party

• To help with chores

• To visit a friend

Multiple Choice

What does Ichabod notice when the mysterious figure approaches him?

• It has a friendly smile

• It carries a lantern

• It is missing its head

• It rides a white horse

Multiple Choice

The text mentions "bewitching time of night." What is the closest meaning to "bewitching" in this sentence?

• scary

• peaceful

• charming

• exciting

Multiple Choice

Why do some townspeople believe Ichabod was carried away by the headless horseman?

• They found his belongings near the riverbank.

• They saw him disappear with the horseman.

• They heard him scream for help.

• They knew he was afraid of ghosts.

Multiple Choice

Why does Ichabod feel scared when he sees the horseman?

• The horseman is wearing a dark cloak.

• The horseman is riding a black horse.

• Ichabod has heard stories about the headless horseman.

• The horseman is carrying a weapon.