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 supports the idea that Capote was envious of Lee because, despite his earlier publications, it highlights Lee’s significant achievement and recognition, which may have contributed to Capote feeling overshadowed by her success. Winning a major book award can be particularly impactful and may have elicited feelings of envy in Capote as he continued to work on his piece.