Read these two excerpts from the text. The author suggests that Capote was envious of Lee. Which events from the text support this?
A) Lee joined Capote in Kansas to research a shocking crime that would become the basis for “In Cold Blood.”
B) Capote’s success in publishing “In Cold Blood” was in large part due to the research Lee had contributed.
C) Capote was a published author long before “To Kill a Mockingbird” came out, but without Lee’s fame.
D) “In Cold Blood” became a best-seller and was widely regarded by scholars as the first “nonfiction” novel.
E) Lee had won a major book award for her first novel while Capote was still working on “In Cold Blood.”
The correct answer is E) Lee had won a major book award for her first novel while Capote was still working on “In Cold Blood.”
Explanation: This event highlights a significant point of envy for Capote, as he was still in the process of completing his work while Lee was receiving recognition and accolades for her accomplishments. This can suggest a sense of rivalry or jealousy on Capote’s part, as success was being awarded to Lee during a time when he was striving for his own recognition.