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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 do the Golds do after the trial?

2. What does the note that Chris finds say?

3. What does Steve give Chris while in prison?

4. What has Michael agreed to do for the defense?

5. Who is sure that the case is won?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Jordan get Melanie to reveal while she is testifying?

2. What does Emily's artwork show?

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

4. What does Heather say during her testimony?

5. Describe Steve and why he is in jail.

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

7. How does Chris see the date of jury selection?

8. How does Gus react to James forgetting to mention Chris in an acceptance speech?

9. What kind of story has Melanie given to a reporter?

10. Why does Emily not go through with the abortion?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

High school kids are known for making assumptions of one another, and it is no different in "The Pact." What do students assume about Chris and Emily? How does Chris react to these assumptions? How do these assumptions influence their relationship? Make sure you answer each question, using examples from the book to support your answers.

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

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.

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