Summer Reading Response #2

There are two common discussions that occur in response to Parts Three and Four of Capote's *In Cold Blood.* The first is the question of degree of guilt for Dick and Perry: Which individual is most to blame for the murders that occurred in Holcomb and why? Did they both deserve the death penalty? The second is the question of Capote's own opinion on the matter. He deftly maintains what seems to be an objective persona as narrator of this brutal tale, but of course has a strong opinion he is "masking"- otherwise, why write this masterpiece that he later claimed almost destroyed him? Making specific references to the text to support your position, answer both questions above. Then return to the blog later and respond to a peer's post on the matter- replying to either one or both of your colleague's answers to questions above. You will receive your score for this assignment in two parts: 15 points awarded for your own insightful post and 15 points awarded for a thoughtful response to at least one peer. Remember that I am looking for effort as well as evidence of your reading. I will enter this online discussion later, but want to wait and see what you all say first!