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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the narrator compare Ichabod's students' voices at the schoolhouse to?

2. As Ichabod reaches the bridge, what item does the dark rider throw at him to knock him to the ground?

3. According to Brom, the Headless Horseman vanishes in what manner?

4. Which demi-god does the narrator compare to Ichabod?

5. What do the people of Sleepy Hollow search for after the Van Tassel's party?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Ichabod's school was described as an eelpot. This is a structure used to keep eels in, making it difficult for them to leave. Why does the author chooses to use snakes and eels to describe Ichabod and his students? Explain the purpose and the tone the author wants to convey and support your response with text.

Essay Topic 2

Foreshadowing is used to set up later events in a story. Where does the author use foreshadowing? How is it utilized? Use examples from the text to discuss and support how this use of foreshadowing is effective, or not effective for the story.

Essay Topic 3

How is Greek Mythology referenced in The Legend of Sleepy Hollow? Is it used effectively to portray a theme or describe a situation? Why or why not?

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