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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens as Mr. McTeague and Trina begin to see more of each other in Chapter 5?
(a) Trina no longer wishes to see Mr. McTeague.
(b) He begins to take Marcus's place.
(c) He begins to take Zerkow's place.
(d) He begins to alienate her from his feelings.

2. In Chapter 7, what does Marcus being upset over Trina's winnings reveal?
(a) Trina has been less of a possession than a person.
(b) Trina has been more of character than a real person.
(c) Trina has been less of a character than a real person.
(d) Trina has been more of a possession than a person.

3. How does Marcus handle Mr. McTeague's news as they walk in Chapter 4?
(a) Marcus is furious upon hearing Mr. McTeague's confession, but gives Trina to McTeague anyway.
(b) He handles the news fairly well and resolves to give Trina to McTeague.
(c) Marcus handles Mr. McTeague's confession fairly well and resolves to propose to Augustine the next day.
(d) Marcus blows up upon hearing Mr. McTeague's confession and resolves to get revenge.

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) The "Other Dentist" is stealing money from Mr. McTeague.
(d) Marcus has become friends with the "Other Dentist" and Mr. McTeague is jealous.

5. What does Mr. McTeague administer to Trina during her dental procedure?
(a) A numbing shot.
(b) He calms her by telling a story.
(c) An IV.
(d) A dose of ether.

Short Answer Questions

1. When and where does Mr. McTeague ask Trina to marry him for the second time in the novel?

2. How many follow-up visits does Mr. McTeague say Trina's procedure will require?

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

4. What stories does Maria tell to feed Zerkow's greed in the novel?

5. How does Trina feel while Mr. McTeague's is working on her tooth?

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