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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 Melanie do in Emily's room?

2. Where does Emily go to in the next town once she finds out something concerning her relationship with Chris?

3. Whom does Michael unexpectedly visit December 1997?

4. What does Marrone admit about evidence against Chris?

5. What does the discovery made by Selena suggest about Emily?

Short Essay Questions

1. What kind of woman has Melanie become as she takes the stand at the trial?

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

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

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

5. How does Chris react to Steve's attempt to commit suicide?

6. What does Emily's artwork show?

7. Why is the jewelry store clerk's testimony potentially damaging?

8. Why does Gus believe that Chris is a hero?

9. Why does Chris refuse to talk about the night of Emily's death with Michael?

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

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

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

Grief is a theme that is seen in all characters in "The Pact." Melanie and Michael grieve the loss of their daughter in starkly different ways, as do James and Gus. Describe the different stages of grief and which characters experience what stage. How does Melanie handle her grief in contrast with her husband? Make sure you answer each question thoroughly and use evidence from the book for support.

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