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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Walter Shandy decide to write in Volume 5?
(a) A history book.
(b) An autobiography.
(c) A philosophy volume.
(d) An educational book.

2. What does Trim inherit from Lieutenant Le Fever?
(a) A coat.
(b) A sword.
(c) A shift.
(d) Nothing.

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

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

5. What does Walter Shandy like to drink?
(a) Sherry.
(b) Brandy.
(c) Water.
(d) Port.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Tristram forced to sell in Lyon?

2. How do the abbess and the novice make their mules move?

3. Who is Billy Le Fever?

4. Which famous Astronomical clock does Tristram describe in Volume 7?

5. What reaction does Trim have to Bobby's death?

Short Essay Questions

1. What inconsistencies exist in Tristram's friendship with Eugenuis?

2. How does communication among the characters disintegrate in Volume 8?

3. How does Walter Shandy react to Tristram's injury in Volume 5?

4. What are the "beds of justice"?

5. How does Toby discover his love for Widow Wadham?

6. Why does Walter Shandy write Toby a letter in Volume 8?

7. How does Toby plan to approach Widow Wadham about his affections?

8. Who is Lieutenant Le Fever?

9. Why does Trim take responsibility for Tristram's injury in Volume 5?

10. What unusual friend does Tristram make in Lyon?

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