(P.274) This quote shows how Rip Van Winkle interacted with the children of the village, and it tells the reader what the American children in the early 1800s enjoyed playing. ... (P.382) Ironically, the American Independence, one of the most important historical events of America did not affect Rip that much. ... After Rip came back from the long sleep his wife had died and he was unchained from her control. This corresponds to how America won its freedom from Great Britain's oppression while Rip was in his long sleep. ... (P.282) Therefore, his awakening to a new world suggest...

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• Grade Level: High School