In Cold Blood Chapter 1 Summary

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What reaction did the average person have to the news of the tragedy?

  • Anger and outrage at the perpetrators
  • Indifference and apathy
  • Sadness and grief for the victims
  • Amazement and dismay, followed by personal fear (correct)

Where did many people gather to discuss the tragedy?

  • The Clutter family home
  • The local church
  • The Garden City radio station, KIUL
  • Hartman's Café (correct)

What is Mrs. Bess Hartman's relation to Postmistress Clare?

  • They are mother and daughter
  • They are cousins (correct)
  • They are sisters
  • They are unrelated

How does the text describe Mrs. Bess Hartman's personality?

<p>Sparsely fleshed and unfoolish, with an authoritative demeanor (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Mrs. Hartman's initial reaction to the tragedy?

<p>She was shocked and initially thought it might be related to Bonnie's 'spells' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest as a possible motive for the killings?

<p>It was a grudge killing by someone who knew the house well (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, who was the first person to hear about the murders?

<p>Mr. Bob Johnson (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason given for the insurance company deciding to pay the double indemnity claim?

<p>It was morally the right thing to do (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who were the sole heirs to Mr. Clutter's estate?

<p>His two daughters, Eveanna and Beverly (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a relative of the Clutter family?

<p>Mrs. Martha Clutter (wife) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where was Beverly Clutter traveling from when she heard about the murders?

<p>Winfield, Kansas (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT true about Mr. Bob Johnson, according to the passage?

<p>He had already deposited Mr. Clutter's check (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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