English - Ichabod Crane and Katrina Van Tassel

What does Katrina offer Ichabod after he praises her singing?

• A book

• A cup of tea

• A dance

• A walk in the garden

Answer explanation

After Ichabod compliments Katrina's singing, she offers him a cup of tea, which is a gesture of hospitality and appreciation for his kind words.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.W.6.9A

What does Baltus say he saw in the cemetery?

• A ghostly figure

• A tied horse

• A mysterious light

• A hidden treasure

Answer explanation

Baltus mentions seeing a tethered horse in the churchyard, which is the correct answer. The other options, such as a ghostly figure or a mysterious light, are not what he describes.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

What does Yost say was left when the Headless Horseman turned?

• A pile of bones

• A cloud of smoke

• The stump of a neck

• A trail of fire

Answer explanation

Yost describes that when the Headless Horseman turned, what was left behind was 'the stump of a neck', indicating the absence of a head and emphasizing the eerie nature of the character.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

What happens when the Rider reaches the bridge of the old church?

• Disappears in a flash of fire

• Crosses the bridge

• Stops and turns around

• Jumps over the bridge

Answer explanation

When the Horseman reaches the old church bridge, he disappears in a flash of fire, indicating a dramatic and supernatural event rather than crossing, stopping, or jumping over the bridge.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.3

What does Ichabod hear in the thicket?

• A wolf howling

• A crunching sound

• A bird singing

• A river flowing

Answer explanation

Ichabod hears a rustling sound in the thicket, which creates an atmosphere of suspense and mystery. This sound is significant as it heightens the tension in the story, contrasting with the other options that do not occur.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does Ichabod see when he looks over his shoulder?

• A friendly traveler

• A ghostly figure

• The Headless Horseman

• A pack of wolves

Answer explanation

When Ichabod looks back, he sees the Headless Horseman, a ghostly figure that haunts him throughout the story. This encounter heightens the tension and fear, confirming the legend's terrifying presence.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.W.6.9A

What is the figure that Ichabod sees riding?

• A white horse

• A powerful black horse

• A bicycle

• A carriage

Answer explanation

Ichabod sees a figure riding a powerful black horse, which is a key element in the story, symbolizing fear and the supernatural. The other options do not match the description of the figure he encounters.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

What does Ichabod do when the figure does not respond?

• He stops and waits

• He rains a shower of kicks on Gunpowder

• He asks for help

• He gets off the horse

Answer explanation

When the figure does not respond, Ichabod becomes frustrated and reacts by raining a shower of kicks upon Gunpowter, indicating his desperation and fear in the situation.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.3

What is Ichabod's reaction when he sees the figure?

• He laughs

• He is horrified

• He smiles

• He waves

Answer explanation

Ichabod's reaction to seeing the figure is one of terror; he is horror-struck. This indicates a strong emotional response, contrasting with the other options like laughing or smiling, which do not fit the context.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.3

What does Ichabod see the specter do when he looks back?

• The specter disappears in a thunder.

• The specter raises an arm and throws its head at him.

• The specter rides away on a horse.

• The specter disappears into the forest.

Answer explanation

As Ichabod looks back, he sees the ghoul raise an arm and hurl its head at him, which is a vivid and terrifying moment that highlights the ghoul's menacing nature.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.3