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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why doesn't Chris attend Emily's funeral?

2. Who helps Melanie pick out an outfit for Emily's funeral?

3. What does everyone assume about Chris and Emily in high school?

4. What does Marrone do about her suspicions about Chris?

5. What does Melanie insist that Michael do the morning after Chris is arrested?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Melanie latch onto the idea that Chris killed Emily?

2. What does the path of the bullet in Emily's head suggest?

3. How does Emily break her leg?

4. How do Emily and Chris' needs contrast?

5. How does Gus react to news of Emily's death?

6. What occupation does Melanie hold, and how does it complement her personality?

7. How does the euthanasia of the dog affect Chris?

8. Why does Gus try to keep the police from talking to Chris?

9. Why does the detective think that suicide is a ridiculous theory in the death of Emily?

10. Why is James' award not such a rewarding experience?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Symbolism plays a large role in "The Pact." What symbols stand out the most in this novel, and what do they mean? Which characters are associated with those symbols? Provide support for your answers by using examples from the book.

Essay Topic 2

Depression is one of many themes that run through "The Pact." What are the symptoms of depression, and which ones did Emily display? Why is Emily depressed, and why didn't she seek treatment? Provide support for your answers using examples from the novel.

Essay Topic 3

Novels usually show a transformation in characters through a series of trials and events. In "The Pact," almost every character is changed by the events they experience. How are characters transformed by the events that transpire, and is it a good or bad change? Why or why not? Choose two characters to focus on when answering that question. Make sure you answer each question, using examples from the book.

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