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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Zerkow's insatiable hunger for stories about wealth is a symbol of what?
(a) His warm and loving nature.
(b) His fear of death.
(c) His need to possess as much wealth as possible.
(d) His honesty and forthrightness.

2. What does Marcus say to Mr. McTeague, as they drink together in Chapter 8?
(a) Marcus apologizes and says he is sorry for the misunderstanding.
(b) Marcus declares that he won't be taken for a sucker anymore.
(c) Marcus declares that he is Trina's true love.
(d) Marcus gives up and walks out of the bar.

3. Initially, how does Trina feel about Mr. McTeague?
(a) Trina is fearful.
(b) Trina is uncomfortable.
(c) Trina is quite content.
(d) Trina is quite angry.

4. What do the Sieppes ask Mr. McTeague and Marcus to do after the picnic at Schuetzen Park?
(a) Stay the night at a local inn.
(b) Leave right after the picnic.
(c) Lend the family money.
(d) Stay the night at the Sieppes' home.

5. What is Mr. McTeague doing when the novel begins?
(a) He is working in a gold mine.
(b) Living with his mother.
(c) He has started a business.
(d) He is working at a dental machinery plant.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mr. McTeague's and Trina's evening with the Sieppes at the theater progress?

2. What plan does Marcus keep from Mr. McTeague as they continue their long walk?

3. How does Trina react to Mr. McTeague's announcement about the champagne at the wedding?

4. What unexpected guest makes a toast at Trina and Mr. McTeague's wedding?

5. Who does Mr. McTeague get angry with when he returns from an unsuccessful job hunt?

(see the answer key)

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