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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the first half of the story, what does Mr. McTeague believe Trina deserves?
(a) Someone wealthier.
(b) Someone physically stronger.
(c) Someone smarter.
(d) Someone more refined.

2. What is Marcus most upset about in hearing Mr. McTeague's announcement in Chapter 7?
(a) Losing his girl to his best friend.
(b) Losing his only chance at marriage.
(c) Losing the chance at five thousand dollars.
(d) Losing his job.

3. After Trina's procedure, where does Mr. McTeague go for a long walk?
(a) To Fisherman's Warf.
(b) To the Cliff House.
(c) To the Presidio.
(d) To his office.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In Chapter 2, what does Marcus do while he and Trina wait for her appointment with Mr. McTeague?

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

4. In Chapter 3, To whom and where does Maria bring the collected items to sell?

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

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