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The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent.

This is the collection of stories in which "Rip Van Winkle" was originally published.

The Catskill Mountains

This location is the magical place outside of "civilization" where Rip takes a 20-year nap.

The Village

This location is where Rip lives both before and after his trip to the mountains.

The Village Inn

This location is the gathering place for Rip and other idle people before Rip goes into the mountains.

The Union Hotel

This busy location is in the place of the former village inn when Rip returns from the mountains.

The Flagon of Drink

This object is a cup of magical drink that causes the main character to fall into a long sleep.

The Portrait of George III

This object hangs in the village inn and represents the passive and apathetic past.

The Portrait of George Washington

This object hangs...

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