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The Devil and Tom Walker eNotes Reading Response Prompts
by eNotes
In the opening paragraph, the author blends fact with fiction. Which details in the paragraph are factual? Which details are attributed to “old stories”? The story has some qualities of a folk... -
The Devil and Tom Walker eNotes Teaching Guide
by Tessie Barbosa
This guide highlights some of the most salient aspects of Washington Irving’s "The Devil and Tom Walker" before you begin teaching. As you guide your students through the text, they will explore... -
Devil and Tom Walker Themes Lesson Plan
by eNotes
Theme of Moral Decay Revealed Through Motifs & Symbols: This lesson plan focuses on Irving’s use of literary motifs and symbols in developing the story’s themes. Students will examine...
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Discussion Questions
by Susan Hurn
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"Spirit of Individualism" Romanticism vs. Age of Reason (American Literature, Day 20)
by Noelle Thompson
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Quiz: The Devil and Tom Walker
by michellepick
The Devil & Tom Walker In which part of the country does this story take place? What was buried near Tom’s house? Who had reportedly put it there? What was one of Tom’s worst character traits?... -
Romantic Characteristics in "The Devil and Tom Walker"
by Stephanie Gregg
DIRECTIONS: Listed below on the left are the eleven characteristics of romanticism that we discussed in class. On the right, find quotes from the story that support each characteristic. BE SURE to... -
The Devil and Tom Walker Vocab and Spelling Quiz Key
by Lorna Stowers
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Poe/Irving graphic novel task
by Ashley Robinson
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Powerpoint--Romanticism Paper Assignment
by Stephanie Gregg
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The Devil and Tom Walker Vocab and Spelling Quiz
by Lorna Stowers