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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why does Tristram relieve himself out the window in Volume 5?
(a) The chamber pot is missing from under the bed.
(b) He is too busy playing to go down to the outhouse.
(c) It is raining too hard to go outside.
(d) The toilet is not working.

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

4. Who dies and leaves Walter a substantial inheritance in Volume 4?
(a) Mr. Yorick.
(b) Hammond Shandy.
(c) Phutatoruis.
(d) Aunt Dinah.

5. Who is the Homunculus?
(a) Mr. Yorick.
(b) Walter Shandy.
(c) Tristram Shandy.
(d) Mrs. Shandy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reaction does Susannah have to Bobby's death?

2. Who has the power to change Tristram's name?

3. In what battle is Toby Shandy wounded?

4. What is Johnathan's profession?

5. What is dropped into Phutatoruis' lap in Volume 4?

(see the answer key)

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