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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. How does Chris react upon killing a rabbit?

2. Why doesn't Chris attend Emily's funeral?

3. What are the names of the Hartes' children?

4. Which children of the two couples are dating?

5. What happens in mid-November 1997?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Why is James' award not such a rewarding experience?

3. Why is it important for the reader to see the beginning of Gus and Melanie's friendship?

4. What do you think happened in the men's room at McDonalds?

5. How does James feel about the situation with Chris once Chris is arrested?

6. What makes it clear that Melanie is still grieving when she returns to work?

7. How does Gus react to news of Emily's death?

8. How do the parents react to seeing Emily and Chris begin a relationship?

9. How do Melanie and Michael react to the idea of Chris killing Emily?

10. How does Emily and Chris' relationship begin?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Dreams play a large role in "The Pact." They act as symbols for different characters to interpret. What dream does Gus have repeatedly, and what does it represent? How is resolved, and what does that resolution mean? Make sure you answer each question thoroughly and use evidence from the book for support.

Essay Topic 2

The relationships between parent and child in this novel are strong, especially between Gus and Chris. How does Gus protect her son? How would you describe her relationship with her son in comparison with James relationship with his son? Make sure you answer each question with evidence from the novel.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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