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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the beginning of Chapter 15, McTeague is fortunate to find a new job with what type of company?
(a) A company that manufactures dental implements.
(b) A company that makes toys.
(c) A company that manufactures car parts.
(d) A company that exports furniture.

2. Where do the McTeagues move in Chapter 18?
(a) Zerkow's old house.
(b) Old Grannis's old house.
(c) The Sieppes' old house.
(d) Marcus's old house.

3. What do Mr. McTeague and his companions believe about their big find in the desert?
(a) They will have good luck.
(b) They will have bad luck.
(c) They will be robbed.
(d) They will make a fortune in gold.

4. While in the dessert, what does Mr. McTeague resolve to do?
(a) To turn himself in to the authorities.
(b) To leave his gold fortune behind.
(c) To run from his wife's ghost.
(d) To stay on the run from the authorities.

5. How much of Trina's lottery winnings is spent on solving the McTeague's housing issues?
(a) None of it.
(b) 5 percent of it.
(c) All of it.
(d) 10 percent of it.

Short Answer Questions

1. After their water supply is destroyed, what do Marcus and Mr. McTeague do while stranded in the desert?

2. Why is Old Grannis sad about his actions in chapter 17?

3. In Chapter 21, what is Mr. McTeague's state of mind?

4. What final event leads to Mr. McTeague's demise?

5. What is the historical significance of Mr. McTeague's new job in chapter 20?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Mr. McTeague do after he confronts and kills his wife?

2. What drives Zerkow to madness and why does he kill Maria?

3. Who comes to comfort Old Grannis and why?

4. Who does Mrs. McTeague suspect is behind the City Hall notice and what was the person's motive?

5. What does Trina ask of Mr. McTeague before he goes out into the icy, cold rain that further feeds Mr. McTeague's anger?

6. What news does the "Other Dentist" deliver that change's Mrs. McTeague's view of what other people think about the couple's financial situation?

7. What line of work does Mr. McTeague pursue in Chapter 21, with whom, and what transpires?

8. What events lead up to Mr. McTeague killing Trina?

9. How does Mr. McTeague justify his abusive actions toward his wife in Chapters 15 & 16?

10. What action does Old Grannis take that makes him so unhappy?

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