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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Volume 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What animal does Toby gently catch and release when Tristram is ten?
(a) A fly.
(b) A flea.
(c) A mouse.
(d) A gnat.

2. How does Dr. Slop injure baby Tristram during delivery?
(a) He drops Tristram on his head.
(b) He accidentally circumcises Tristram.
(c) He sews Tristram's ears to his head.
(d) With his forceps.

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

4. What falls after Walter realizes Tristram has been named incorrectly?
(a) A glass vase.
(b) The clock.
(c) His breeches.
(d) The bed.

5. When was Tristram conceived?
(a) 1689.
(b) 1669.
(c) 1817.
(d) 1718.

Short Answer Questions

1. What saves Toby's life after the war?

2. Who is named as Tristram's godfather?

3. Who dies and leaves Walter a substantial inheritance in Volume 4?

4. What does Toby buy to help plan out his old battles?

5. Why is Dr. Slop offended by the request to come to the birthing room?

(see the answer key)

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