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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Zerkow reveal about himself as the novel progresses?
(a) His fear.
(b) His warmth and love.
(c) His confusion.
(d) His greed.

2. How often does Maria clean Mr. McTeague's flat?
(a) Every other month.
(b) Every other week.
(c) Every month.
(d) Every week.

3. After they are married, where does Trina suggest she and Mr. McTeague should have a picnic?
(a) McArthur Park.
(b) Scholter Park.
(c) Menlo Park.
(d) Schuetzen Park.

4. What unexpected guest makes a toast at Trina and Mr. McTeague's wedding?
(a) Uncle Oelbermann.
(b) The "Other Dentist."
(c) Zerkow.
(d) Marcus.

5. In Chapter 6, how does Trina react once her mother asks her if she loves Mr. McTeague?
(a) Trina screams, "yes, I do love him."
(b) Trina screams, "no, I love Marcus."
(c) Trina is unable to answer.
(d) Trina says she is in love with a mystery man.

6. 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 fishermen.
(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 car conductors.

7. In the week since Trina initial procedure, what has transpired?
(a) Mr. McTeague is now becoming obsessed with Trina.
(b) IMr. McTeague has become increasingly angry at Trina.
(c) Mr. McTeague has forgotten about Trina.
(d) Mr. McTeague is now becoming annoyed with Trina.

8. Initially, how does Trina feel about Mr. McTeague?
(a) Trina is fearful.
(b) Trina is quite angry.
(c) Trina is uncomfortable.
(d) Trina is quite content.

9. What does old Grannis accidentally do in Chapter 11?
(a) He accidentally knocks Miss Baker's grocery basket down the stairs.
(b) He mistakenly hurts Miss Baker's cat.
(c) He accidentally knocks Miss Baker down the stairs.
(d) He mistakenly takes Miss Baker's mail.

10. In Chapter 7, what reaction follows the news that Trina receives among Mr. McTeague and her family?
(a) Fearful discussion.
(b) Arguing.
(c) Confusion.
(d) Joyful discussion.

11. What happens to Mr. McTeague's mother during his dentistry training?
(a) She dies and leaves him penniless.
(b) She dies and leaves him a good sum of money.
(c) She is in a sanitarium.
(d) She falls ill.

12. Where does Marcus visit Mr. McTeague at the beginning of the novel?
(a) Mr. McTeague's office.
(b) The park.
(c) The bar.
(d) The Sieppes' house.

13. How does Mr. McTeague wish to spend Trina's windfall?
(a) On a new office for his dental practice..
(b) On a sign shaped like a big gold tooth.
(c) On a house for them to share.
(d) Invest the money wisely.

14. The picnic at Schuetzen Park results in a turning point of Mr. McTeague's relationship with whom?
(a) No one.
(b) Trina.
(c) Mrs. Sieppe.
(d) Marcus.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 3, how have Trina's actions changed toward Mr. McTeague?

2. Who meets Mr. McTeague at the coffee-joint a few days after Trina's procedure?

3. How does Marcus handle Mr. McTeague's news as they walk in Chapter 4?

4. How do Old Grannis and Miss Baker meet?

5. What does Marcus think is behind Mr. McTeague's silence during their long walk?

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