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Legend of Sleepy Hollow Pgs. 27-32

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DOK Level 2: What is the most likely reason Irving includes such a detailed description of the food at the banquet?
B. To criticize the extravagance of Dutch country feasts.
A. To demonstrate the wealth and hospitality of the Van Tassel family.
D. To suggest that Ichabod Crane is more interested in food than dancing.
C. To show how food was prepared in early America.
DOK Level 3: What can be inferred about Ichabod Crane’s view of success based on this passage?
A. He values education above all else.
B. He sees wealth and material possessions as key to his future happiness.
C. He is content with his simple life as a schoolteacher.
D. He is afraid of the Van Tassel family and their expectations.
DOK Level 4: How does the phrase "his heart dilated in proportion as his skin was filled with good cheer" contribute to the characterization of Ichabod Crane?
A. It emphasizes his emotional sensitivity and appreciation for fine things.
C. It indicates that he is an empathetic and caring person.
B. It suggests that his happiness is tied to physical indulgence and personal gain.
D. It foreshadows his eventual rejection by the Van Tassel family.
(DOK 2 - Skill/Concept)
What is the primary function of the detailed description of the feast in the passage?
C. To suggest that Ichabod is a greedy and gluttonous character
B. To establish the wealth and hospitality of the Van Tassel family
A. To show how Dutch cuisine differs from modern-day American food
D. To emphasize how hard the townspeople worked to prepare the meal
(DOK 3 - Strategic Thinking)
What does Ichabod’s reaction to the feast and his surroundings suggest about his character?
A. He is content with his life as a schoolteacher.
B. He is humble and grateful for what he has.
C. He is ambitious and dreams of social advancement.
D. He values hard work over luxury and wealth.
(DOK 4 - Extended Thinking)
How does the imagery of Brom Bones sitting “brooding by himself in one corner” contribute to the development of the plot?
D. It indicates that Brom does not enjoy social events.
A. It suggests that he is afraid of Ichabod’s dancing skills.
C. It implies that Brom is uninterested in the dance.
B. It foreshadows the conflict between Brom and Ichabod over Katrina.
(DOK 2) What is the primary purpose of the war stories told in the passage?
A. To inform the younger generation about the factual events of the war
B. To demonstrate how history is accurately recorded in small towns
D. To prove that war veterans are the most respected members of society
C. To entertain the listeners and enhance the teller’s personal reputation
(DOK 3) Based on the passage, what is the significance of Sleepy Hollow’s ghost stories to the community?
C. They warn outsiders to stay away from the town.
A. They create a sense of fear and isolation among the townspeople.
B. They serve as a source of entertainment and reinforce the town’s identity.
D. They provide historical evidence of supernatural occurrences.
(DOK 4) What inference can be made about the people of Sleepy Hollow based on their storytelling traditions?
B. They distrust outsiders and use legends to keep them away.
C. They believe ghosts are a punishment for dishonesty in war.
D. They prefer logic and reason over superstition and myth.
A. They value history and folklore equally, often blending the two.
(DOK 2) What is the primary function of the church’s description in the passage?
C. To highlight the religious devotion of the townspeople
B. To contrast its peaceful appearance with supernatural events
A. To introduce a historical account of its construction
D. To show how it was once an important meeting place for travelers
(DOK 3) What inference can be made about old Brouwer based on the passage?
C. He is a well-respected town leader who created the story of the horseman.
A. He is a strong believer in the supernatural and warns others of ghosts.
D. He is fearful of the supernatural and avoids traveling alone.
B. He is skeptical of ghost stories but still experiences something unexplained.
(DOK 4) How does the setting contribute to the overall tone and theme of the passage?
A. The description of the peaceful landscape emphasizes the safety of the town.
D. The bright imagery of the church diminishes the fear associated with the tale.
C. The setting is meant to showcase the historical accuracy of the ghost story.
B. The mix of natural beauty and darkness reinforces the theme of the unknown.
(DOK 3) What can be inferred about Ichabod’s state of mind as he leaves the gathering?
D. He is amused by the stories and eager to share his own.
A. He is confident that he has won Katrina’s affection.
B. He is confused and possibly heartbroken about his interaction with Katrina.
C. He is frightened by the ghost stories and rushes home in fear.
(DOK 4) How does the author use irony in Ichabod’s departure from the gathering?
C. Brom Bones' story about the Horseman is proven false as Ichabod leaves.
D. The ghost stories shared at the party turn out to be real.
B. The once-lively party suddenly turns into a frightening ghostly encounter.
A. Ichabod expected a romantic victory but leaves feeling defeated.
(DOK 4) Based on the passage, what role does storytelling play in the development of fear in The Legend of Sleepy Hollow?
C. It allows Ichabod to gain popularity, making him more respected in town.
B. It fuels local superstition, shaping how characters interpret events around them.
D. It serves as a warning that supernatural beings actually exist.
A. It provides entertainment but has little impact on the characters' actions.
(DOK 3) What does the description of the tulip tree in the passage suggest about its symbolic meaning?
B. It is a symbol of forgotten history, ignored by the local people.
D. It represents Ichabod’s victory over his fears and logical reasoning.
A. It represents a place of comfort and guidance for weary travelers.
C. It serves as a landmark tied to both historical tragedy and local superstition.
(DOK 4) How does the author’s use of auditory imagery (e.g., barking dog, crowing rooster, chirping cricket) contribute to Ichabod’s growing fear?
B. The distant and vague sounds emphasize his isolation, heightening his anxiety.
A. The familiar sounds provide comfort and reassure him that he is not alone.
C. The sounds remind him of home and give him a renewed sense of courage.
D. The eerie silence and lack of sound create a sense of peace and tranquility.
(DOK 4) How does the contrast between Ichabod’s cheerful afternoon and his fearful nighttime journey develop a central theme of the story?
D. It suggests that Ichabod is an unreliable narrator who exaggerates events.
C. It emphasizes how perception and imagination can drastically alter reality.
A. It highlights the idea that night is always more dangerous than day.
B. It illustrates how supernatural forces control human fate in Sleepy Hollow.