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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What plan does Marcus keep from Mr. McTeague as they continue their long walk?
(a) Marcus has plans to buy a house.
(b) Marcus has plans to propose to Trina.
(c) Marcus has plans to kill Mr. McTeague.
(d) Marcus has plans to kill Trina.

3. How does Mr. McTeague express his feelings to Trina about their money after the mishap during his job hunt?
(a) He raises his fist and makes a motion to strike her.
(b) He says he is angry with Trina and leaves their flat for good.
(c) He says he will no longer tolerate Trina hoarding of their money.
(d) He tells Trina he is angry with her.

4. 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 apologizes and asks Marcus to join his dental practice.
(c) Mr. McTeague gets up and leaves the restaurant.
(d) Mr. McTeague yells at Marcus.

5. 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 2 p.m. in the beer-joint frequented by the fishermen.
(c) At 8 p.m. in the beer-joint frequented by the fishermen.
(d) At 8 p.m. in the beer-joint frequented by the car conductors.

Short Answer Questions

1. While they are having a drink together in Chapter 8, what does Marcus ask Mr. McTeague for?

2. What news do Mr. McTeague, Trina, and their guests receive upon return from the evening out at the theater?

3. How does Mr. McTeague express his feelings for Trina immediately after her dental procedure?

4. Initially, how does Mr. McTeague feel about Trina?

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

(see the answer key)

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