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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Marcus suggest Mr. McTeague take Trina to make the best impression on Trina's family?
(a) To Parlours.
(b) To the Cliff House.
(c) To the theater.
(d) To the coffee-joint.

2. What is an unfortunate side-effect of Maria's short-lived dementia?
(a) She has no recollection of the story she has recounted dozens of times.
(b) She must be hospitalized.
(c) She cannot remember the baby's name.
(d) She goes insane.

3. Of all the things that happen at Frenna's, what is Mr. McTeague most concerned about after Marcus' outburst?
(a) That Trina will no longer love him.
(b) The shattered pipe.
(c) That his former friend has just tried to kill him.
(d) That he will no longer be welcome at Frenna's.

4. Who delivers the news to Trina about Maria and Zerkow's impending marriage?
(a) Miss Baker.
(b) Zerkow.
(c) Maria.
(d) Marcus.

5. In Chapter 6, how does Trina react once her mother asks her if she loves Mr. McTeague?
(a) Trina screams, "no, I love Marcus."
(b) Trina screams, "yes, I do love him."
(c) Trina says she is in love with a mystery man.
(d) Trina is unable to answer.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Mr. McTeague and Trina's date at the theater, who meets the Sieppes at Parlours?

2. After Mr. McTeague kisses Trina in Chapter 6, how does she react?

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

4. What does Trina do for extra work, even though she has more than enough money?

5. In what way does Maria supplement her income?

(see the answer key)

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