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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Volume 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Toby buy to help plan out his old battles?
(a) A compass.
(b) A map.
(c) A scope.
(d) A riding crop.

2. Where does Mrs. Shandy wish to deliver her child?
(a) Paris.
(b) Dublin.
(c) The Shandy estate.
(d) London.

3. What is dropped into Phutatoruis' lap in Volume 4?
(a) A cup of tea.
(b) The forceps.
(c) A hot chestnut.
(d) A full inkwell.

4. Why is Dr. Slop angry at Obidiah in Volume 3?
(a) He arrives after the baby is born.
(b) Obidiah spills tea on his lap.
(c) Obidiah ties tight knots in his bag.
(d) Obidiah ruins his jacket.

5. Why is Dr. Slop offended by the request to come to the birthing room?
(a) He has not finished his tea.
(b) He expects to be paid in advance.
(c) He is not finished telling his story to Toby.
(d) He feels the midwife should personally ask for his help.

Short Answer Questions

1. What falls after Walter realizes Tristram has been named incorrectly?

2. How old is Tristram when he is injured by a falling window sash?

3. What concern does Walter Shandy express about his son's birth in Volume 2?

4. Who explains to Toby that he is in love?

5. Who does Walter want to have tutor Tristram?

(see the answer key)

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