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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 3, what are Marcus' feeling about Trina?
(a) Marcus is jealous of Trina.
(b) Marcus is worried about Trina.
(c) Marcus is angry with Trina.
(d) Marcus is in love with Trina, too.

2. What kind of procedure does Mr. McTeague perform on Trina?
(a) An experimental procedure.
(b) A well-known procedure.
(c) A textbook procedure.
(d) An expensive procedure.

3. As Mr. McTeague's feelings grow for Trina in Chapter 3, how does he react to Marcus?
(a) Mr. McTeague becomes increasingly happy with Marcus.
(b) Mr. McTeague creates a dentistry partnership with Marcus.
(c) Mr. McTeague becomes increasingly jealous of Marcus.
(d) Mr. McTeague's feelings toward Marcus remain unchanged.

4. How does Mr. McTeague's and Trina's evening with the Sieppes at the theater progress?
(a) The group splits up, half go to the theater and half go to dinner.
(b) The group spends a miserable evening at the theater.
(c) The group spends an enjoyable evening at the theater.
(d) The group never meets because of Augustine's childish behavior.

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

6. Where and when does Mr. McTeague enjoy his Sunday dinner?
(a) At 2 p.m. in the coffee-joint frequented by the car conductors.
(b) At 8 p.m. in the beer-joint frequented by the fishermen.
(c) At 8 p.m. in the beer-joint frequented by the car conductors.
(d) At 2 p.m. in the beer-joint frequented by the fishermen.

7. How does Mr. McTeague change, with Trina's efforts, during the beginning of their marriage?
(a) He remains unchanged in the midst of changing class convictions and views.
(b) He becomes a part of a class with convictions and views.
(c) He becomes interconnected with his wife and those around him.
(d) He becomes isolated and does not speak with others.

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

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

10. Who does the picnic party that Trina planned run into?
(a) Zerkow.
(b) The "Other Denist."
(c) Marcus.
(d) Old Grannis.

11. What does Mr. McTeague do in his childhood?
(a) He goes away with a travelling dentist to learn the trade.
(b) He plays sports.
(c) He leaves home to join the circus.
(d) He goes away with a traveling salesman to learn the trade.

12. How does Mr. McTeague react around Trina at the beginning of chapter 2?
(a) He is awkwad.
(b) He dislikes her immediately and has to bite his tongue.
(c) He is comfortable and opens up about himself.
(d) He is confident.

13. After they are married, where does Trina suggest she and Mr. McTeague should have a picnic?
(a) McArthur Park.
(b) Scholter Park.
(c) Schuetzen Park.
(d) Menlo Park.

14. What continued effect does Mr. McTeague's relationship to Trina have on Marcus?
(a) Mr. McTeague and Marcus' friendship gets stronger.
(b) Mr. McTeague and Marcus' friendship begins to crumble.
(c) Marcus becomes more loving toward Trina.
(d) Marcus becomes more jovial.

15. When and where does Mr. McTeague ask Trina to marry him for the second time in the novel?
(a) During another picnic.
(b) By using Marcus as his spokesman.
(c) Via letter.
(d) On a walk together one Wednesday afternoon.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 2, what does Marcus do while he and Trina wait for her appointment with Mr. McTeague?

2. Initially, how does Mr. McTeague feel about Trina?

3. How does Trina intend to handle her feelings toward Mr. McTeague, after his second marriage proposal?

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

5. How has Marcus' behavior changed since Trina has become engaged to Mr. McTeague?

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