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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who is sent to fetch the midwife?
(a) Susannah.
(b) Toby.
(c) Trim.
(d) Obadiah.

3. Who is Hammond Shandy?
(a) Toby's father.
(b) Tristram's great-uncle.
(c) Tristram's grandfather.
(d) Tristram's great-grandfather.

4. How old is Tristram when he is injured by a falling window sash?
(a) Twelve.
(b) Five.
(c) Two.
(d) Three.

5. To what does Walter Shandy attribute his family problems?
(a) Bad karma.
(b) Bad food.
(c) Their small noses.
(d) Women.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Johnathan's profession?

2. Who orders hot chestnuts from the kitchen in Volume 4?

3. What type of handkerchief does Walter Shandy use in Volume 3?

4. Who is the narrator?

5. What phrase is inscribed on Mr. Yorick's gravestone?

(see the answer key)

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