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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Analysis.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whose tales does Ichabod tell to the group of men at the party?
(a) Van Ripper.
(b) George Washington.
(c) Washington Irving.
(d) Cotton Mather.

2. Many men are contenders for Katrina's hand. Which of the following is one of them?
(a) Headless Horseman.
(b) Brom Van Brunt.
(c) A farmer.
(d) A doctor.

3. What kind of life do many townspeople believe Ichabod had?
(a) Easy.
(b) Rich.
(c) Fruitful.
(d) Hard.

4. What is impressive about the Van Tassel's home?
(a) It is historic.
(b) It has been built by slaves.
(c) It has electricity.
(d) It has expensive furnishings and ornaments.

5. What is the tone of the story?
(a) Dark and somber.
(b) Loving and light.
(c) Humorous.
(d) Fun.

Short Answer Questions

1. What other name is The Headless Horseman called?

2. Old Baltus Van Tassel is what kind of farmer?

3. What is the cabin's construction compared to in the story?

4. What is Ichabod's focus from the moment he visits the Van Tassel's home?

5. When does the Headless Horseman make his runs through the village?

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