The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

The story of Sleepy Hollow revolves around the legend of a headless horseman and Ichabod Crane, a schoolteacher in Tarry Town. Ichabod is enamored with Katrina Van Tassel, the daughter of a wealthy farmer, but faces competition from Brom Van Brunt. After a party at the Van Tassel home, Ichabod encounters the headless horseman and mysteriously disappears, leaving behind only his hat and a broken pumpkin. The town speculates about his fate, with some believing the horseman took him, while others think he left due to losing Katrina to Brom.

What is the legend associated with Sleepy Hollow?

• A witch that lives in the forest

• A headless horseman who rides at night

• A ghostly ship that sails the river

• A haunted castle on the hill

Who is Ichabod Crane?

• A school teacher

• A blacksmith

• A wealthy farmer

• A soldier

How is Ichabod Crane described physically?

• Muscular and strong

• Round and plump

• Short and stout

• Tall and thin like a crane

Why is Ichabod interested in Katrina Van Tassel?

• Her kindness and generosity

• Her wealth and farm

• Her beauty and charm

• Her singing talent

Who is Ichabod's main rival for Katrina's affection?

• Brom Van Brunt

• A local farmer

• A wealthy merchant

• A school teacher

What strategy does Ichabod use to win Katrina's heart?

• He serenades her with songs

• He writes her love letters

• He secretly visits her farm

• He challenges Brom to a duel

What event does Ichabod attend at the Van Tassel home?

• A big party

• A birthday party

• A harvest festival

• A wedding

What story is most feared at the party?

• The tale of the haunted forest

• The legend of the headless horseman

• The myth of the ghostly ship

• The story of the lost treasure

What does Ichabod encounter on his way home from the party?

• A pack of wolves

• A headless horseman

• A mysterious fog

• A group of bandits

What is found near Ichabod's hat after his disappearance?

• A piece of cloth

• A round orange pumpkin

• A broken sword

• A letter from Katrina