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The Devil and Tom Walker

Washington Irving

Type

Short story

Published

1824

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What does Tom Walker ultimately agree to give the Devil in exchange for Captain Kidd's buried treasure?

AHis land and property
BHis soul✓
CHis wife's soul
DHis firstborn child

Rationale

In Irving's tale, Tom Walker makes a deal with the Devil, known as "Old Scratch," agreeing to give up his soul for the chance to access Captain Kidd's hidden treasure and the wealth that comes with it.

What does Tom Walker ultimately agree to give the Devil in exchange for Captain Kidd's buried treasure?

AHis land and property
BHis wife's soul
CHis soul✓
DHis years of youth

Rationale

In Washington Irving's tale, Tom Walker makes a deal with the Devil, known as "Old Scratch," agreeing to give up his soul for the chance to claim Captain Kidd's buried treasure and the riches that accompany it.

What does Tom Walker ultimately agree to give the Devil in exchange for Captain Kidd's buried treasure?

AHis house and land
BHis soul✓
CHis wife's soul
DHis gold and silver

Rationale

In Washington Irving's tale, Tom Walker makes a deal with the Devil, who is called "Old Scratch." He agrees to give up his soul to gain access to Captain Kidd's hidden treasure and the riches that come with it.

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