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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While they are having a drink together in Chapter 8, what does Marcus ask Mr. McTeague for?
(a) Marcus asks that Mr. McTeague break off his engagement to Trina.
(b) Marcus asks for his money back.
(c) Marcus asks to be partner in Mr. McTeague's dental practice.
(d) Marcus asks for a loan.

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

3. In Chapter 7, what reaction follows the news that Trina receives among Mr. McTeague and her family?
(a) Arguing.
(b) Fearful discussion.
(c) Confusion.
(d) Joyful discussion.

4. How do Old Grannis and Miss Baker meet?
(a) They meet through Trina.
(b) They are forced to speak to each other.
(c) They both are patients of Mr. McTeague.
(d) They are introduced by Mr. McTeague.

5. How does Trina react to Mr. McTeague's second marriage proposal in the novel?
(a) She accepts.
(b) She declines.
(c) She screams at him.
(d) She cries and runs to her parents for help.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of procedure does Mr. McTeague perform on Trina?

2. Who meets Mr. McTeague at the coffee-joint a few days after Trina's procedure?

3. What is Mr. McTeague's occupation at the beginning of the book?

4. What surprise do Marcus and Mr. McTeague run into while calling on Trina at the train station?

5. How does Mr. McTeague feel about the "Other Dentist?"

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