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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. Who is Trim?

2. Why does Toby Shandy come to live with Walter and his family?

3. Who has the power to change Tristram's name?

4. Where on his body is Trim wounded?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Dr. Slop.

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

3. Describe Tristram Shandy.

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

5. How does Tristram end up with the wrong name?

6. How does Walter Shandy react to Tristram's deformity?

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

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

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

10. Why is Dr. Slop angry with Obidiah in 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

Describe the symbolism evident in the novel. What is the significance of Bobby's death and Tristram's journey through France? How are symbols or symbolic imagery used to advance the plot?

Essay Topic 3

How are philosophies expressed in the novel? Describe the purpose Sterne may have had for Walter Shandy's philosophical ramblings. What philosophies does Tristram express and how do these ideas affect the action of the novel?

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