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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What stories does Maria tell to feed Zerkow's greed in the novel?
(a) Long-lost treasure of the gold plate.
(b) A treasure map.
(c) Long-lost buried treasure.
(d) Long-lost treasure of the golden door.

2. 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."

3. What is the name of Mr. McTeague's office?
(a) Parlours.
(b) Spanish Bay.
(c) Concorde.
(d) Cliff House.

4. Where do Marcus and Mr. McTeague stay while the Sieppes are in town?
(a) At Parlours.
(b) At the Presidio.
(c) At a local inn.
(d) In the dog hospital.

5. In what way does Maria supplement her income?
(a) By growing vegetables and selling them at the local market.
(b) Maria has no means to supplement her cleaning income.
(c) By collecting junk from the residents of the flats she cleans.
(d) By gambling.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where does Marcus suggest Mr. McTeague take Trina to make the best impression on Trina's family?

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

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

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

(see the answer key)

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