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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. In September 1997, what has Emily found out?

2. What does Steve give Chris while in prison?

3. How does Chris feel when he picks up Emily on their last date in November 1997?

4. What does Chris do for the first time in a long time after he gets a book from a cellmate?

5. What witness does Delaney call to the stand after the medical examiner?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Chris act during his last date with Emily in November 1997?

2. Why is Jordan not interested in the truth?

3. What kind of memories does Emily begin to have months before she dies?

4. What does Jordan stress during the summation?

5. Why does Chris think that Emily withheld news of her pregnancy?

6. How does Michael's decision to testify for the defense affect his marriage?

7. Why does Michael decide to testify for the defense?

8. How does Emily begin her day on the day of her suicide?

9. What does Chris' decision to tell his father not to visit him again reveal?

10. Why is Gus unable to say a proper goodbye to Michael?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Love is one of the most prominent themes in "The Pact," and there are several strong relationships in the novel representing that theme. Which characters show the strongest representation of love, and why? How do Chris and Emily represent love from their different perspectives? Make sure you answer each question, using examples from the book.

Essay Topic 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

In "The Pact," characters share many friendships, with some standing out more than others. Describe Melanie and Gus' friendship and how it transforms after Emily's death. How is Emily and Chris' friendship at a young age displayed? Make sure you answer each question, using examples from the book to support your answers.

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