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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Volume 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who delivers a fine sermon while the other characters wait for Tristram's birth?
(a) Obadiah.
(b) Mr. Yorick.
(c) Trim.
(d) Toby.

2. Of what descent is Mr. Yorick's family?
(a) German.
(b) French.
(c) Jewish.
(d) Danish.

3. What concern does Walter Shandy express about his son's birth in Volume 2?
(a) A breech birth is indicative of a stubborn child.
(b) Mrs. Shandy's pelvis could crush his head.
(c) A long delivery could cause a deformity.
(d) Mrs. Shandy is too old to deliver a child.

4. What explanation does Toby give for Mrs. Shandy's reluctance to employ Dr. Slop?
(a) Spite.
(b) Revenge.
(c) Modesty.
(d) Distrust.

5. What saves Toby's life after the war?
(a) His hobby.
(b) Susannah's poultices.
(c) Walter's support.
(d) Trim's encouragement.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which famous poet does Tristram quote in Volume 1?

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

3. Where on his body is Trim wounded?

4. Why does Toby Shandy come to live with Walter and his family?

5. Who is sent to fetch Dr. Slop?

(see the answer key)

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