The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Chapter 9

Why does Ichabod Crane worry about Hans Van Ripper in this passage?

• He is afraid of getting caught by the Headless Horseman.

• He fears Hans Van Ripper’s anger for ruining his Sunday saddle.

• He is concerned about losing control of his horse.

• He worries about falling off the horse and being injured.

What does the description of Ichabod’s struggle to stay on the horse reveal about his riding skills?

• Ichabod is a skilled and confident rider.

• Ichabod struggles to maintain control due to his lack of skill.

• Ichabod is enjoying the chase despite the discomfort.

• Ichabod feels relaxed, despite the chaotic situation.

What effect does the saddle slipping have on Ichabod Crane’s sense of urgency?

• It makes him calm down and think rationally.

• It increases his panic, as he struggles to stay on the horse while being pursued.

• It makes him stop the chase and consider his options.

• It gives him an advantage by making his movements unpredictable.

What does "plunge" mean?

• To rise slowly

• To fall or dive quickly and suddenly

• To walk leisurely

• To stand still

What part of speech is the word "hollow"?

• Noun

• Verb

• Adjective

• Adverb

What is the definition of "hollow"?

• Filled with solid material

• Having an empty space inside

• Completely full

• Overflowing

Which word describes something not solid or filled?

• Demon

• Plunge

• Hollow

• Conjunction

Which word is an adjective?

• Plunge

• Hollow

• Demon

• And

Which of the following is not a coordinating conjunction?

• For

• And

• Because

• Yet

Which word is used to describe something with an empty space inside?

• Plunge

• Hollow

• Demon

• Conjunction