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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. 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."

4. How does Mr. McTeague's feel about working on Trina's teeth?
(a) He dreads working on Trina's teeth.
(b) He is angered by working on Trina's teeth.
(c) He is able talk to Trina about his feelings.
(d) He can talk to Trina and work on her teeth at the same time.

5. What does Mr. McTeague do while he is in Trina's room after the picnic at Schuetzen Park?
(a) He immediately goes to sleep.
(b) He surveys every inch of Trina's room.
(c) He looks around for a good book to read.
(d) He tries not to touch anything.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How much money did Trina spent on the wedding?

3. What does Zerkow reveal about himself as the novel progresses?

4. How does Zerkow receive the special news about Trina in Chapter 7?

5. In Chapter 6, how does Trina react once her mother asks her if she loves Mr. McTeague?

Short Essay Questions

1. In what way does Marcus suggest that Mr. McTeague take his courtship with Trina to the next level?

2. In Chapter 1, as Mr. McTeague builds his dental practice, does he struggle with money issues?

3. In Chapter 8, what is Mr. McTeague's new obsession?

4. What is the name game that Maria and Marcus play each day?

5. Describe Mr. McTeague's opinion of the "Other Dentist."

6. What does Trina conclude about why Maria is marrying Zerkow?

7. What does Mr. McTeague say about the champagne at his wedding and how does Trina react?

8. How does Trina react when Mr. McTeague calls on her again in Chapter 6?

9. What kind offer do the Sieppes bestow upon Marcus and Mr. McTeague while at the picnic?

10. How is the McTeague's first major argument resolved?

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