Think you’ve got your head wrapped around In Cold Blood? Put your knowledge to
the test. Good luck — the Stickman is counting on you!
Q. The symbolism in the novel could be described as:
Dark
Foreboding
Happy
Will this question be on the final?
Q. In In Cold Blood, Capote used the Clutter family as a symbol of, and a social commentary on:
American family life and values
Interfaith marriage
The pointlessness of life
The 21st amendment
Q. The imagery of Perry and Dick's tattoos suggests that:
Perry has more of an artistic sensibility than Dick.
You should avoid having tattoos and skulls if you want to get into Yale.
They're both pretty sinister guys.
A and C
Q. The silver dollar symbolizes:
Nancy's thriftiness
The low value Dick and Perry place on human life
The senselessness of the Clutter murders
B and C
Q. Mexico symbolizes:
Perry's sad hopes and dreams
Cheap tequila
Spring break
Loss of innocence