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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does the preface appear in Volume 3?
(a) Tristram promises to include it in the next volume.
(b) At the end of the book.
(c) In the beginning of the book.
(d) In the middle of the book.

2. What part of baby Tristram's body is damaged during delivery?
(a) His ears.
(b) His nose.
(c) His head.
(d) His left foot.

3. In Volume 3, what confusion does Toby have about Dr. Slop's creation?
(a) He thinks the sandwich is for him.
(b) He wonders why a doctor would use a spoon for a knife.
(c) He asks if the doctor is French.
(d) He thinks the doctor is creating a drawbridge for him.

4. What concerns does Walter Shandy have about Dr. Slop's abilities?
(a) He thinks the doctor is too short to operate.
(b) He believes the doctor has been drinking.
(c) He questions the validity of his medical license.
(d) He is concerned that the forceps will damage the baby.

5. What reaction does Walter Shandy have to Bobby's death?
(a) He goes back to sleep.
(b) He comments philosophically.
(c) He continues reading his book.
(d) He weeps uncontrollably.

Short Answer Questions

1. What book does Walter Shandy hand Dr. Slop after he cuts his thumb?

2. Why does Tristram relieve himself out the window in Volume 5?

3. What does Susannah hope to inherit in Volume 5?

4. Who is called to tend Tristram's wound in Volume 5?

5. What tune does Toby whistle in Volume 3?

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