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by Washington Irving

Rip Van Winkle and other stories first appeared in The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent., published serially in the United States from 1819-1820, and in book form in England in 1820. The Sketchbook of Geoffrey Crayon was extremely well-received in America and was the first work by an American…

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wath did people belive about Rip Van Winkle story?
Posted by silvia t #240751
Last updated by: jill d #170087 on Apr 01, 2012 6:47 PM
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What does this setting contribute to the story's meaning or effect? Consider both the natural setting and the town. For instance, comment on the men's practice of discussing old newspapers.
Posted by samantha d #228821
Last updated by: jill d #170087 on Feb 06, 2012 9:30 AM
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What does the description of the mountains suggest about their role?
Posted by susanna c #210611
Last updated by: henry on Nov 02, 2011 9:15 PM
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how has knickerbcker been remembered?
Posted by morgan r #205167
Last updated by: henry on Oct 10, 2011 1:34 PM
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Do you think Rip Van Winkle was dreaming or it was reality?
Posted by maria p #200701
Last updated by: Aslan on Sep 17, 2011 4:45 PM
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The story "Rip Van Winkle," by Washington Irving, takes place after the Civil War.
Posted by cody r #185197
Last updated by: corina d #200621 on Sep 17, 2011 12:45 AM
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how has knickerbocker been remembered
Posted by rachael p #173095
Last updated by: tracey c #171707 on Jun 24, 2011 7:59 PM
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double function
Posted by samia a #99793
Last updated by: tracey c #171707 on Jun 24, 2011 7:58 PM
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Most of the villagers like Rip because why?
Posted by troy t #177131
Last updated by: tracey c #171707 on Apr 07, 2011 4:57 PM
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