In Cold Blood: Herb Clutter Family Tragedy

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What was the initial reaction of most people in Garden City to the news of the Clutter family tragedy?

Shock and disbelief (correct)

Indifference and apathy

Anger and outrage

Sadness and grief

Why did some people initially suspect Bonnie in connection with the Clutter killings?

She was a relative of the Clutters

She was known to have a grudge against the Clutters

She had a history of mental illness or 'spells' (correct)

She had access to the Clutter household

According to Mrs. Hartman, what type of crime did the Clutter killings seem to be?

A crime of passion

A random act of violence

A robbery gone wrong

A grudge killing by someone familiar with the Clutters (correct)

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

Blunt and outspoken Signup and view all the answers

What was the likely reason for people gathering at Hartman's Café after the news of the Clutter killings?

To exchange information and gossip Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, which statement about the Clutter killings is NOT true?

The killings were premeditated and planned Signup and view all the answers

What was Mrs. Bob Johnson's reaction upon hearing the news?

She couldn't believe the news and thought it was a mistake. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Mrs. Bob Johnson's husband receive a telephone call during dinner?

To inform him of the tragic events in Holcomb. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Mrs. Bob Johnson's husband hesitate to believe what he heard over the phone?

He had just received an insurance check from Clutter. Signup and view all the answers

What moral decision did Mrs. Bob Johnson's husband and his office make regarding Clutter's insurance policy?

They chose to pay out the insurance claim despite legal obligations. Signup and view all the answers

Who were the two individuals who benefited from the decision of Mrs. Bob Johnson's husband and his office?

Eveanna Jarchow and her sister Beverly Signup and view all the answers

Why did relatives of Mr. Clutter immediately start traveling to Garden City?

To gather for a family reunion after hearing of tragic events. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Wilma Kidwell struggling to control her daughter Susan?

"...sickened by spasms of nausea, argued, inconsolably insisted, that she must go..." Signup and view all the answers

"...the two men went to the bunkhouse—a building separate from the farmhouse proper..." What is the purpose of mentioning this detail?

To emphasize Bobby's living arrangement. Signup and view all the answers

What did Bobby do upon hearing the news at Rupp's farm?

He listened quietly without asking questions. Signup and view all the answers

What did Bobby do after thanking Mr. Ewalt for coming?

He went back to making his bed. Signup and view all the answers

Why were there attempts to distract Bobby after he heard the news?

Because he stood outside for an hour staring at River Valley Farm. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Bobby's brother Larry refuse to obey the dinner bell?

He wanted to follow and support Bobby Signup and view all the answers

How did Larry respond when Bobby told him to go back home?

He felt hurt but continued following Bobby from a distance Signup and view all the answers

Why did the state troopers erect a barricade at the entrance to River Valley Farm?

To secure the crime scene Signup and view all the answers

What did Susan Kidwell want to tell Bobby when she saw him approaching?

The passage does not provide this information Signup and view all the answers

What was Perry Smith doing when the passage mentions him?

He was sleeping in a hotel room Signup and view all the answers

How did Dick Hickock's family perceive his behavior during their Sunday dinner?

They thought he was acting perfectly normal Signup and view all the answers

Why was Dick Hickock tired during the Sunday dinner?

He had driven over 800 miles in the past 24 hours Signup and view all the answers

What was the relationship between Bobby Rupp and the Clutter family?

Bobby was a suspect in the murder of the Clutter family Signup and view all the answers

What was unusual about Dick Hickock's behavior during the televised basketball game?

He fell asleep while watching the game Signup and view all the answers

What did Larry do when he saw Bobby crying?

He averted his eyes and looked away Signup and view all the answers