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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Smith's sister live in Part 3 of In Cold Blood?

2. Who interviewed Hickock's parents?

3. What kind of gun was used to kill the Clutters?

4. Which of the following individuals is the wife of the undersheriff?

5. How long did Hickock hang before he was pronounced dead?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay describing this genre. Include opinions and supporting details about the objectivity of the author throughout the book.

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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