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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. What does Emily do when they are caught after Chris' dare on the Christmas trip in 1993?

2. What happens after Emily does the dare that Chris prompted in 1989?

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

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

5. What is wrong with Chris?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What happens to Chris and Emily in November 1997?

3. What makes Chris appear to be innocent?

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

5. How do Emily and Chris' needs contrast?

6. Why is Melanie unable to take part in funeral preparations?

7. How did Gus and Melanie bond so quickly when they first met?

8. Why does Gus relent and let the detective talk to Chris?

9. What is interesting about Gus at first being upset at James for killing the dog?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

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

The parent/child relationship is explored in various characters in the novel. Choose a parent/child relationship to answer these questions: What kind of relationship do these characters have with each other? What trials do they go through, and how do they end up? Make sure you answer each question, using examples from the book.

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