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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 is the name of the family that the Hartes are friends with?

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

3. What does Chris do when he is single?

4. What is the name of the Golds' child?

5. What else does the autopsy report show?

Short Essay Questions

1. What causes Emily and Chris to break up temporarily?

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

3. What does the euthanasia of the dog represent?

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

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

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

7. How do the Golds and Hartes contrast?

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

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

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

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 2

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 3

Aside from the main characters that make up most of the novel, there are other minor characters that play a significant role in "The Pact." What representation was the strongest and most significant in the story besides the main characters? What message did the author intend to give through this story? Make sure you answer each question, using examples from the book.

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