12 Questions
What reaction did the average person have to the news of the tragedy?
Amazement and dismay, followed by personal fear
Where did many people gather to discuss the tragedy?
Hartman's Café
What is Mrs. Bess Hartman's relation to Postmistress Clare?
They are cousins
How does the text describe Mrs. Bess Hartman's personality?
Sparsely fleshed and unfoolish, with an authoritative demeanor
What was Mrs. Hartman's initial reaction to the tragedy?
She was shocked and initially thought it might be related to Bonnie's 'spells'
What does the text suggest as a possible motive for the killings?
It was a grudge killing by someone who knew the house well
According to the passage, who was the first person to hear about the murders?
Mr. Bob Johnson
What was the reason given for the insurance company deciding to pay the double indemnity claim?
It was morally the right thing to do
Who were the sole heirs to Mr. Clutter's estate?
His two daughters, Eveanna and Beverly
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a relative of the Clutter family?
Mrs. Martha Clutter (wife)
Where was Beverly Clutter traveling from when she heard about the murders?
Winfield, Kansas
Which of the following is NOT true about Mr. Bob Johnson, according to the passage?
He had already deposited Mr. Clutter's check
Test your knowledge on the summary of Chapter 1 of the book 'In Cold Blood' by Truman Capote. Explore how the news of the Clutter family tragedy affected different individuals in the community.
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