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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. How are the treatments for the dog going?

2. How does Chris get back at Emily on the Christmas trip in 1993?

3. Who helps Melanie when she goes into labor?

4. What do the couples in the beginning of the book talk about at dinner?

5. Why does Melanie tell Gus certain things after Emily's death?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Chris' reaction to the killing of the rabbit suggest?

2. How does Emily break her leg?

3. How does Emily and Chris' relationship begin?

4. How does Melanie react to Chris' arrest?

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

6. What is ironic about the theory that the detective has about the tragedy?

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

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

9. What does Gus' dream of James rescuing both children show about her opinion of him?

10. How do the parents react to seeing Emily and Chris begin a relationship?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In "The Pact," it becomes clear that appearances can be deceiving. What kind of couple do Chris and Emily appear to be to people on the outside? How does the reality of Emily and Chris' relationship hold up to appearances? What similarities and differences are there? Make sure you answer each question, using examples from the book.

Essay Topic 2

Art plays a role in this novel through Emily's talented works. How does art reflect Emily's state of mind? How did Emily use art in her life? How does her art show the progression of her emotional and mental state? Make sure you answer each question, using examples from the book.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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