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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of book does Toby plan to write?
(a) A history book.
(b) An autobiography.
(c) A book of poetry.
(d) A war manual.

2. Why is Dr. Slop angry at Obidiah in Volume 3?
(a) Obidiah ruins his jacket.
(b) Obidiah spills tea on his lap.
(c) He arrives after the baby is born.
(d) Obidiah ties tight knots in his bag.

3. In Volume 4, why does the man with the big nose travel to Strasborg?
(a) To seek a surgeon.
(b) To attend a nose convention.
(c) To sell a cow.
(d) To find a wife.

4. Why is Tristram's christening rushed?
(a) Susannah believes he is dying.
(b) Yorick charges extra on Sundays.
(c) Fights break out concerning his name.
(d) The vicar is leaving town.

5. What phrase is inscribed on Mr. Yorick's gravestone?
(a) Resquiet Im Pace.
(b) He loved the nag.
(c) He rode well.
(d) Alas, poor Yorick.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the narrator?

2. What tune does Toby whistle in Volume 3?

3. How long does Toby take to recover from his injury?

4. What does Mrs. Shandy question while she and her husband are conceiving Tristram?

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

(see the answer key)

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