In Cold Blood Chapter 1 Flashcards

Holcomb is a quiet town with a population of 270 people, where everyone knows everyone. It is isolated, located in western Kansas with plains and farms, and feels safe because of its small community.

November 15, 1959

Herb is a respected, successful, trustworthy businessman, described as self-made and a family man.

<p>Bonnie is suffering from postpartum depression, does not fit the traditional household mother of the time, and is thought to have a vertebra issue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are two daughters who had not lived with the family during the time of the murders; Eveanna is married and Beverly is in college.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Kenyon does not seem to have the typical interests of teenagers like dating or going to the movies and is considered the black sheep of the family.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nancy is viewed as the town princess, is gorgeous, liked by many in the community, rebellious, and seems to always do everything without a flaw.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Perry has a cardboard suitcase, a guitar, and two big boxes of books and maps. They indicate he doesn't have much and is not very wealthy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>We learn about his physical appearance, a past car accident that affected his facial features, and that he is tall, thin, and affable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Perry suffered a motorcycle accident, has injured legs, is always in pain, is addicted to aspirin, and hates nuns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dick wants someone to help him with the murders and believes Perry is a natural-born killer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Their plan is to kill the Clutters and ensure there will be no witnesses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bonnie talks to Nancy's friends about her obsession with miniature things and is kind.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bonnie was obsessed with miniature things, spent time in psychiatric wards, and had moments of peace away from her family.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bonnie is quieter and struggles with her depression, while Nancy is outgoing and popular.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It ranks classist based on religion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Kenyon does not resemble his parents, has coordination issues, no interest in girls, and likes guns, horses, tools, machinery, and books.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Perry sees Willie Jay as the only person who understands him and values his advice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They have dinner, buy rope and tape, and get gas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Perry's mother, of Cherokee descent, and father, of Irish descent, were rodeo performers. His father beat his mother, she ran away with Perry, and ended up in a Catholic orphanage at age 13.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It emphasizes the cruel nature of Perry, suggesting he is a true criminal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nancy Elwat and Susan Kidwell find the Clutters; Nancy and Mrs. Clutter are discovered in her room, Kenyon and Mr. Clutter in the basement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They slit Herb's throat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>No drinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bobby is Roman Catholic.</p> Signup and view all the answers