The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Quiz

Which point of view is this story narrated from?

• 1st person

• 2nd person

• 3rd person

• it switches between 1st & 3rd

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CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

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Which of the following best describes the setting of Sleepy Hollow?

• poor and rundown with lots of repairs to do

• terrifying and haunted with everyone afraid all the time

• peaceful and calm, nestled between hills

• wealthy and luxurious with extravagant shops and houses

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which of the following is a hyperbole that describes Ichabod’s physical appearance?

• “He was tall and extremely lank with narrow shoulders and long arms and legs.”

• “His hands dangled a mile out of his sleeves, and his feet might have served for shovels.”

• “Picture a small head, flat at the top, huge ears, large green glassy eyes, and a long nose.”

• “He appeared similar to a scarecrow in a cornfield.”

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CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

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CCSS.RI.6.10

How does the character of Brom Bones differ from Ichabod Crane?

• Ichabod is skilled with horses while Brom Bones can barely ride on one.

• Brom Bones is interested in marrying Katrina Van Tassel while Ichabod likes someone else.

• Ichabod is strong and tough, but Brom seems weak and scrawny.

• Brom likes to cause mischief around town while Ichabod enjoys chatting & reading.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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Which statement best describes the conflict that exists between Ichabod Crane and Brom Bones?

• Brom Bones wanted the school master job, but Ichabod got hired instead.

• Ichabod is jealous that Brom is so much richer and stronger than he is.

• Ichabod and Brom are both seeking the affection of the same woman.

• Brom broke into Ichabod’s stables and stole his prized horse.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What was the cause of Ichabod leaving the party crestfallen and upset?

• No one had eaten the delicious snacks he had spent so much time preparing.

• Katrina had refused to dance with him every time he asked.

• When Ichabod told Katrina he had feelings for her, she turned him down.

• Ichabod asked Mr. Van Tassel for permission to marry his daughter, and he said no.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

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Which pair best describes the mood of the story during Ichabod’s journey home from the Van Tassel party?

• eerie & suspenseful

• upbeat & hopeful

• lonely & mysterious

• relieved & gloomy

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Question: What is the tone of this passage?

"Wow! I can't believe I won the science fair! I've been working on my project for weeks, and I was so nervous about it. This is the best day of my life!"

• Disappointed

• Excited

• Angry

• Sad

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Question: What is the tone of this passage?

"The old, abandoned house stood at the end of the street, covered in vines and shadows. A chill ran down my spine every time I passed it."

• Humorous

• Cheerful

• Creepy

• Joyful

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Question: What is the tone of this passage?

"She glanced at her watch for the hundredth time, tapping her foot impatiently. Waiting for the bus was taking forever, and she was going to be late."

• Impatient

• Relaxed

• Content

• Cheerful

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4