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62 pages 2 hours read

Sara Shepard

Pretty Little Liars

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006

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Essay Topics

1.

What are the main connections between Spencer, Aria, Emily, and Hanna? What secrets and situations bind them together even though they’ve all grown apart?

2.

How did Alison treat Spencer, Aria, Emily, and Hanna when they were all friends in seventh grade? In turn, what were their feelings towards Alison at the time?

3.

In what ways have Spencer, Aria, Emily, and Hanna changed since seventh grade? Who do you think has changed the most? Provide examples from the novel to explain your answer.

4.

What are some of the secrets Alison knew about Spencer, Aria, Emily, and Hanna? Why are the girls upset when these secrets start resurfacing?

5.

What is Spencer’s relationship like with her sister, Melissa? Do you think they have a good relationship? Explain your answer.

6.

Why are Ezra and Aria drawn to one another? How does Aria feel when Ezra turns out to be her teacher? How does Ezra respond?

7.

Why does Hanna take Sean’s BMW at Noel’s party? Who is she angry at and for what reasons? What are the consequences of her actions?

8.

Discuss how Emily’s relationship with Maya affects her life. How does it change her relationship with Ben and her parents? Do you think she has feelings for Maya? Explain your answer.

9.

How do Spencer, Aria, Emily, and Hanna handle the news about Alison? Do you think the news comes as a surprise? Why or why not?

10.

How are Spencer, Aria, Emily, and Hanna brought back together again at Alison’s memorial service? How do they bond?

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