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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mr. McTeague enjoy during his Sunday ritual?
(a) Reading and the music of his concertina.
(b) A drink and the music of his concertina.
(c) Reading and the music of his Victrola.
(d) A drink and the music of his Victrola.

2. 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.

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

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

5. In Chapter 3, what are Marcus' feeling about Trina?
(a) Marcus is angry with Trina.
(b) Marcus is worried about Trina.
(c) Marcus is in love with Trina, too.
(d) Marcus is jealous of Trina.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the beginning of the novel, what does Marcus tell Mr. McTeague about his cousin, Trina?

2. How is the younger dentist whose practice is just down the road from Mr. McTeague's office referred to?

3. Where and when does Mr. McTeague enjoy his Sunday dinner?

4. As Mr. McTeague's professional work on Trina comes to an end, how does their relationship change?

5. What does Marcus think is behind Mr. McTeague's silence during their long walk?

(see the answer key)

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