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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Zerkow react to Maria's story?
(a) He is annoyed by Maria's story and ignores her.
(b) He is frightened by Maria's story and leaves her.
(c) He is stunned by Maria's story and asks her to stop.
(d) He is enthralled by Maria's story and listens intently.

2. After Mr. McTeague kisses Trina in Chapter 6, how does she react?
(a) Trina exclaims, "I hate you."
(b) Trina exclaims, "I do love you."
(c) Trina exclaims, "I am going home."
(d) Tina exclaims, "I love Marcus."

3. What does Zerkow reveal about himself as the novel progresses?
(a) His greed.
(b) His warmth and love.
(c) His fear.
(d) His confusion.

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

5. After Trina's procedure, where does Mr. McTeague go for a long walk?
(a) To the Cliff House.
(b) To Fisherman's Warf.
(c) To the Presidio.
(d) To his office.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Mrs. McTeague suspect is behind the notice from City Hall?

2. What happens to Mr. McTeague's mother during his dentistry training?

3. Where is Mr. McTeague's office located?

4. What prompts this sudden thrust of courage from Miss Baker to offer Old Grannis tea?

5. As Mr. McTeague returns home after Frenna's , what does he find in the parcel outside his door?

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