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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Volume 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why are the lead weights removed from the window that falls on Tristram?
(a) To prevent Tristram from cutting his fingers.
(b) To make a fork.
(c) Lead is toxic to children.
(d) To make part of Toby's fortification.

2. Who asks Dr. Slop to come to the birthing room?
(a) Walter Shandy.
(b) Susannah.
(c) Obidiah.
(d) The midwife.

3. Who is present when Tristram is injured in Volume 5?
(a) Susannah.
(b) Toby.
(c) Trim.
(d) Yorick.

4. What does Tristram write about Calais?
(a) A history of the town.
(b) His time with Julia.
(c) The streets are nasty and foul-smelling.
(d) The cuisine.

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 feels the midwife should personally ask for his help.
(d) He is not finished telling his story to Toby.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Volume 5, why does Mrs. Shandy eavesdrop on her husband?

2. In Chapter 1 of Volume 5, what subject does Tristram discuss?

3. Why doesn't Mrs. Shandy accompany Tristram to France?

4. What concerns does Walter Shandy have about Dr. Slop's abilities?

5. What does Trim oil in Volume 3?

(see the answer key)

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