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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When considering names for his newborn son, which name does Walter like the least?

2. What tune does Toby whistle in Volume 3?

3. On which night does Walter Shandy always wind the clock?

4. What is Homenas?

5. How tall is Dr. Slop?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Tristram's mother give birth in the country?

2. Describe Yorick.

3. Why does Obidiah ride to Dr. Slop's residence twice?

4. To what does Uncle Toby attribute to Tristram's problems before entering the world?

5. Describe Dr. Slop.

6. Whom does Dr. Slop blame for his injury?

7. What misunderstanding does Toby have about bridges in Volume 3?

8. Why is Dr. Slop angry with Obidiah in Volume 3?

9. How does Walter Shandy attempt to change Tristram's name?

10. What unusual literary element is placed in the middle of Volume 3?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does Sterne use stream of consciousness to develop Tristram's narration? What elements of Tristram's character can be seen through the use of this literary device? What effect does this form of narration have on plot development and how does it bring to light the important themes Sterne expresses?

Essay Topic 2

From what type of death is Tristram trying to escape? How is death used to create humor? What insight into Tristram's character does the theme of death give the reader?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the use of irony in the novel. What ironies result from Uncle Toby's hobbies? What is the purpose of the ironies evident in the novel? Is irony an effective tool to change behavior?

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