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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Volume 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who orders hot chestnuts from the kitchen in Volume 4?
(a) Gastripheres.
(b) Kysarcius.
(c) Triptolemus.
(d) Phutatorius.

2. According to Uncle Toby, when do Tristram's problems begin?
(a) Nine months before he enters the world.
(b) At birth.
(c) At the age of five.
(d) Sixty seconds after he is conceived.

3. Who is Dolly?
(a) Toby Shandy's wife.
(b) Mr. Yorick's horse.
(c) The midwife.
(d) The chambermaid.

4. How does Dr. Slop injure baby Tristram during delivery?
(a) He sews Tristram's ears to his head.
(b) With his forceps.
(c) He drops Tristram on his head.
(d) He accidentally circumcises Tristram.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Walter Shandy want to name his newborn son?

2. Where does Mrs. Shandy wish to deliver her child?

3. Who is present at Mr. Yorick's death?

4. When considering names for his newborn son, which name does Walter like the least?

5. Who does Mrs. Shandy wish to have deliver her child?

(see the answer key)

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