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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How has Marcus' behavior changed since Trina has become engaged to Mr. McTeague?
(a) Marcus is spiteful.
(b) Marcus enjoys being the bigger man.
(c) Marcus is selfless.
(d) Marcus is generous.

2. What unexpected guest makes a toast at Trina and Mr. McTeague's wedding?
(a) Zerkow.
(b) The "Other Dentist."
(c) Uncle Oelbermann.
(d) Marcus.

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

4. In Chapter 8, what do Mr. McTeague and Trina end up doing with the windfall?
(a) They invest the money in Trina's Uncle Oelbermann's toy business.
(b) They put the money in a mattress at the Parlours.
(c) They buy the gold tooth sign together.
(d) They give the money away to charity.

5. How does Mr. McTeage react to Marcus' request while they are having a drink together in chapter 8?
(a) Mr. McTeague gets up and leaves the restaurant.
(b) Mr. McTeague yells at Marcus.
(c) Mr. McTeague apologizes and asks Marcus to join his dental practice.
(d) Mr. McTeague hands over the coins.

Short Answer Questions

1. Of all the things that happen at Frenna's, what is Mr. McTeague most concerned about after Marcus' outburst?

2. How does Trina want to change her husband during the beginning of their marriage?

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

4. What is Marcus most upset about in hearing Mr. McTeague's announcement in Chapter 7?

5. What is Marcus's final announcement and decision at Frenna's, in dealing with his feelings about Mr. McTeague's engagement to Trina?

(see the answer key)

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