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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is the younger dentist whose practice is just down the road from Mr. McTeague's office referred to?
(a) Dr. Zerkow.
(b) Dr. Oelberman
(c) "Doctor"
(d) As the "Other Dentist."

2. What is the amount of Trina's winnings?
(a) One thousand dollars.
(b) Five thousand dollars.
(c) Five hundred dollars.
(d) Ten thousand dollars.

3. In Chapter 3, what are Marcus' feeling about Trina?
(a) Marcus is worried about Trina.
(b) Marcus is angry with Trina.
(c) Marcus is in love with Trina, too.
(d) Marcus is jealous of Trina.

4. Where and when does Mr. McTeague enjoy his Sunday dinner?
(a) At 2 p.m. in the coffee-joint frequented by the car conductors.
(b) At 8 p.m. in the beer-joint frequented by the car conductors.
(c) At 2 p.m. in the beer-joint frequented by the fishermen.
(d) At 8 p.m. in the beer-joint frequented by the fishermen.

5. Where does Marcus suggest Mr. McTeague take Trina to make the best impression on Trina's family?
(a) To Parlours.
(b) To the Cliff House.
(c) To the coffee-joint.
(d) To the theater.

6. How has Marcus' behavior changed since Trina has become engaged to Mr. McTeague?
(a) Marcus is spiteful.
(b) Marcus enjoys being the bigger man.
(c) Marcus is generous.
(d) Marcus is selfless.

7. How does Mr. McTeague react to Trina's greeting as they walk to Schuetzen Park?
(a) He is fearful of Trina's apparent delight in seeing him.
(b) He is not surprised by Trina's delight in seeing him.
(c) He is taken aback by Trina's apparent delight in seeing him.
(d) He is saddened Trina's apparent annoyance in seeing him.

8. As Mr. McTeague returns home after Frenna's , what does he find in the parcel outside his door?
(a) A new pipe.
(b) A gilded tooth sign for his Parlours.
(c) A new dental light.
(d) A family portrait of the Sieppe family.

9. How does Zerkow receive the special news about Trina in Chapter 7?
(a) He is frightened.
(b) He is taken in by the story.
(c) He is jealous.
(d) He is annoyed.

10. While they are having a drink together in Chapter 8, what does Marcus ask Mr. McTeague for?
(a) Marcus asks for his money back.
(b) Marcus asks to be partner in Mr. McTeague's dental practice.
(c) Marcus asks that Mr. McTeague break off his engagement to Trina.
(d) Marcus asks for a loan.

11. How does Trina want to change her husband during the beginning of their marriage?
(a) To introduce him to more gentlemanly behaviors.
(b) To get him to go to the theater more often.
(c) To refine his taste in music.
(d) To let him figure things out on his own.

12. How does Mr. McTeague express his feelings for Trina immediately after her dental procedure?
(a) He does not charge her for the procedure.
(b) He pats her on the arm.
(c) He gives her flowers.
(d) He kisses her fully on the mouth.

13. How does Mr. McTeague feel about the "Other Dentist?"
(a) He decides to partner with the "Other Dentist."
(b) He envies the "Other Dentist."
(c) He befriends the "Other Dentist."
(d) He challenges the "Other Dentist."

14. How do the Sieppes react to Mr. McTeague's offer to stay in town?
(a) They are happy to stay.
(b) They are frightened to stay in the city.
(c) They do not agree to Mr. McTeague's offer.
(d) They are angry with Mr. McTeague.

15. How many follow-up visits does Mr. McTeague say Trina's procedure will require?
(a) She will have to return every week.
(b) It will require only one office visit.
(c) She will have to return every other day.
(d) She will have to return every month.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Mr. McTeague so upset with "Other Dentist" in Chapter 4?

2. What is Marcus' suggestion for Trina and Mr. McTeague after the delivery of the special news?

3. How does Mr. McTeague's and Trina's evening with the Sieppes at the theater progress?

4. In Chapter 4, what other side of Marcus's personality is revealed?

5. What does old Grannis accidentally do in Chapter 11?

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