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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When and where does Mr. McTeague ask Trina to marry him for the second time in the novel?
(a) During another picnic.
(b) On a walk together one Wednesday afternoon.
(c) Via letter.
(d) By using Marcus as his spokesman.

2. How does Marcus react to Mr. McTeague's comment about the champagne at the wedding?
(a) Marcus is embarrassed for his former friend and makes a solid excuse.
(b) Marcus openly mocks Mr. McTeague.
(c) Marcus is pleased at the blunder of his former friend.
(d) Marcus feels sorry for Mr. McTeague and befriends him again.

3. What does Marcus say to Mr. McTeague, as they drink together in Chapter 8?
(a) Marcus declares that he won't be taken for a sucker anymore.
(b) Marcus declares that he is Trina's true love.
(c) Marcus apologizes and says he is sorry for the misunderstanding.
(d) Marcus gives up and walks out of the bar.

4. Why is Mr. McTeague so upset with "Other Dentist" in Chapter 4?
(a) The "Other Dentist" has stolen money from Mr. McTeague.
(b) He is afriad Trina could be attracted to someone like the "Other Dentist."
(c) Marcus has become friends with the "Other Dentist" and Mr. McTeague is jealous.
(d) The "Other Dentist" is stealing money from Mr. McTeague.

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

6. How does Mr. McTeage react to Marcus' request while they are having a drink together in chapter 8?
(a) Mr. McTeague hands over the coins.
(b) Mr. McTeague yells at Marcus.
(c) Mr. McTeague apologizes and asks Marcus to join his dental practice.
(d) Mr. McTeague gets up and leaves the restaurant.

7. What is Mr. McTeague's occupation at the beginning of the book?
(a) A landlord
(b) A dentist
(c) A fisherman
(d) A car conductor

8. What does Mr. McTeague do after the picnic at Schuetzen Park?
(a) He asks Marcus to go out for some dinner with him.
(b) He looses interest in Trina and stops contacting her.
(c) He walks back to his office.
(d) He begins to call on Trina each Sunday and Wednesday.

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

10. What continued effect does Mr. McTeague's relationship to Trina have on Marcus?
(a) Marcus becomes more jovial.
(b) Mr. McTeague and Marcus' friendship begins to crumble.
(c) Marcus becomes more loving toward Trina.
(d) Mr. McTeague and Marcus' friendship gets stronger.

11. What is Mr. McTeague doing when the novel begins?
(a) He has started a business.
(b) Living with his mother.
(c) He is working in a gold mine.
(d) He is working at a dental machinery plant.

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

13. Who meets Mr. McTeague at the coffee-joint a few days after Trina's procedure?
(a) The "Other Dentist."
(b) Mr. Sieppe.
(c) Zerkow.
(d) Marcus.

14. Trina credits herself with what part of Mr. McTeague's social change?
(a) Everything.
(b) Half of the credit, the other half goes to Mr. McTeague.
(c) Nothing.
(d) A small portion.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. After Maria sells her wares in Chapter 3, what does she recount a story about?

3. In what way does Maria supplement her income?

4. What does Mr. McTeague administer to Trina during her dental procedure?

5. How does Trina intend to handle her feelings toward Mr. McTeague, after his second marriage proposal?

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