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

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Smith's favorite dish?

2. How did Floyd Wells hear about the Clutter murders?

3. How much money did Hickock tell Smith Mr. Clutter always kept in his safe?

4. Who did Smith correspond with via letters while awaiting his trial?

5. How did Smith know Don Cullivan?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay describing how the author's attempts to increase the reader's sympathy for Smith. Be sure to include both details specifically from the text and personal responses to the author's words to support your essay.

Essay Topic 2

What was the most important event in this book? Explain and justify your choice with specific details from the text.

Essay Topic 3

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

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