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

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the window of Smith's cell overlook?

2. What type of statements did Dr. Jones ask Smith and Hickock to write?

3. What document did Smith sign in jail?

4. What was the name of Nancy's old mare that helped to comfort Bobby Rupp?

5. How many of the jurors were farmers like the Clutters?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

Describe how events in the story could be equated with the mentality of a lynch mob. Be sure to use supporting details from the text in your description.

Essay Topic 3

Do you agree with the decision of the court to execute Smith and Hickock? Why or why not?

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