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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. At the beginning of the novel, what does Marcus tell Mr. McTeague about his cousin, Trina?

2. As Mr. McTeague's feelings grow for Trina in Chapter 3, how does he react to Marcus?

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

4. How does Mr. McTeague react to Trina's greeting as they walk to Schuetzen Park?

5. Where do Marcus and Mr. McTeague stay while the Sieppes are in town?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 6, when Trina's mother asks if she loves Mr. McTeague, how does Trina answer?

2. In Chapter 5, who meets Marcus and Mr. McTeague at the station?

3. In Chapter 8, what is the first sign that Marcus gives Mr. McTeague that he is unhappy with their relationship?

4. What does Mr. McTeague say about the champagne at his wedding and how does Trina react?

5. In what way does Mr. McTeague express his honest feelings about Trina with his friend, Marcus in chapter 4?

6. In Chapter 1, as Mr. McTeague builds his dental practice, does he struggle with money issues?

7. Is Trina comfortable with Mr. McTeague?

8. In Chapter 3, have Trina's feelings toward McTeague changed? If so, how?

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

10. In Chapter 3, have Mr. McTeague's feelings for Trina changed over the week since Trina's dental work? If so, how?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Mr. McTeague is surrounded by characters that perpetuate the theme of greed. Give three examples of characters that allow greed to overcome their lives and how greed leads to their demise.

Essay Topic 2

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?

Essay Topic 3

Trina is adept at hard work which includes keeping her husband, house, and family in order. What length does Trina go to assure that the McTeagues' friends and family do not suspect the troubles detailed in Chapter 13?

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