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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 4, how does Mr. McTeague react when Marcus voices his concern over McTeague's silence during their long walk?

2. In the first half of the story, what does Mr. McTeague believe Trina deserves?

3. As Mr. McTeague's professional work on Trina comes to an end, how does their relationship change?

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

5. What does Mr. McTeague say about the champagne during his wedding?

Short Essay Questions

1. Is Trina comfortable with Mr. McTeague?

2. How does Mr. McTeague react upon meeting Trina?

3. What is Selina's reaction to the wrestling match between Mr. McTeague and Marcus in chapter 11?

4. What does Mr. McTeague do during his Sunday routine?

5. How does Maria make money?

6. Describe Mr. McTeague's childhood.

7. What is the state of Mr. McTeague and Trina's relationship when Trina's treatments are finished?

8. What does Trina finally agree to at the lottery party, that she has put off two times previously?

9. How does Marcus handle McTeague's news of his growing feelings for Trina?

10. Is Mr. McTeague's wedding to Trina simple or luxurious? What items are served to indicate the class level and style of the event?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Maria creates scandal throughout the book. Explore her character and her motives by answering the following:

Part 1) What motive does Maria have for sharing her stories of wealth and money with Zerkow?

Part 2) Why does she become so excited when Old Grannis and Miss Baker are so uncomfortable with each other?

Part 3) What are some possible motives for Maria to act they way she does? What is her ultimate goal?

Essay Topic 2

Money plays a big role in the book. In what ways do the following characters perpetuate the myth that "money can buy happiness:" Trina, Maria, and Marcus? In what ways do the characters prove this adage wrong?

Essay Topic 3

Marcus seethes with envy for Mr. McTeague during most of the book. He finally decides to confront Mr. McTeague. Why is Mr. McTeague shocked at Marcus' confrontation at the coffee-joint? What is Mr. McTeague's reasoning for waiting up for Marcus at Parlours?

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