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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which individual believed that treasure hunting was an unrealistic fantasy?

2. What did Hickock know would make Smith the perfect partner for this criminal activity?

3. What was one of the former jobs of Alvin Dewey?

4. Who concluded that Smith and his sister could have no relationship?

5. Where does the story that In Cold Blood investigates take place?

Short Essay Questions

1. Where did Smith and Hickock find their next stolen car, a 1956 Chevrolet?

2. What event happened to help Smith to feel less lonely while awaiting his trial?

3. Why did Smith say he cut Mr. Clutter's throat?

4. Why were the Christmas holidays hard on Bobby Rupp?

5. Why did the court assign lawyers for Smith and Hickcock?

6. With whom did Herb Clutter meet on the last day of his life, and what was the purpose of this meeting?

7. What convinced Hickock to take Smith along as a partner to complete the murders?

8. Once in Florida, what was the only dream Smith felt he had left?

9. In what way does Capote set the scene in Part 1 of In Cold Blood?

10. Who was able to secure Hickock and Smith some money after the murders?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Did Hickock control Smith? Answer this question with at least ten supporting details to justify your opinion.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay describing Smith as a person. Is he pitiable? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Describe in detail the symbolism of the cats and how it is used to represent Smith's life events.

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