The Devil and Tom Walker Analysis

The video explores Washington Irving's story 'The Devil and Tom Walker', comparing it to his other works and highlighting its basis on a German legend about a man who makes a deal with the devil. The story's cultural impact is discussed, with references to its influence on music. The narrative follows Tom Walker, a miserly character, who encounters the devil, Old Scratch, and makes a deal for wealth. Despite his attempts at redemption, Tom ultimately faces a grim fate, illustrating themes of greed, corruption, and the supernatural.

What is the main theme of 'The Devil and Tom Walker'?

• The value of education

• The power of love

• The consequences of greed

• The importance of friendship

Which famous German legend is 'The Devil and Tom Walker' based on?

• The legend of Faust

• The legend of Siegfried

• The legend of the Pied Piper

• The legend of Lorelei

How does the story of 'The Devil and Tom Walker' begin?

• With a description of Tom's wealth

• With a legend about a pirate's treasure

• With Tom's wife's disappearance

• With Tom's encounter with the devil

Which song is NOT mentioned as having a similar motif to 'The Devil and Tom Walker'?

• Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen

• My Darling by Eminem

• The Devil Went Down to Georgia by Charlie Daniels Band

• Stairway to Heaven by Led Zeppelin

What is Tom Walker's defining characteristic?

• Generosity

• Bravery

• Miserliness

• Wisdom

How is Tom Walker's wife described in the story?

• Miserly and abusive

• Wealthy and generous

• Kind and gentle

• Wise and understanding

What is one of the names given to the devil in the story?

• Old Scratch

• The Dark Knight

• The Shadow

• The Phantom

What does the devil guard in the story?

• A hidden treasure

• A magical sword

• A sacred book

• A mystical forest

Where does Tom Walker first encounter Old Scratch?

• In a cave

• In a swamp

• In a forest

• In a church

What does Tom Walker's wife do after Tom hesitates to make a deal with the devil?

• She leaves him

• She prays for guidance

• She goes to see Old Scratch herself

• She calls the police