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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through January-June, 1661.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens when Pepys sees that a maid has been negligent?
(a) He fires her.
(b) He tells his wife to deal with it.
(c) He does nothing.
(d) He beats her.

2. What causes Pepys's worry about the financial state?
(a) Just based on a feeling he has.
(b) Someone told him to worry.
(c) A review of the ledgers show serious debts.
(d) A review of the ledger shows no debt but not enough income.

3. How does Pepys celebrate having more money?
(a) Spending more.
(b) Saving more.
(c) Buying a boat.
(d) A nice dinner.

4. Who receives the promotion to Treasurer?
(a) Pepys wife.
(b) Pepys.
(c) Will.
(d) Lord Sandwich.

5. Where does Pepys attend church as the story opens?
(a) The location varies.
(b) Far away from his home.
(c) He does not attend church.
(d) Near his home.

Short Answer Questions

1. Due to Pepys's position with the government in January-June 1660, what does he get propositioned with right away?

2. What holiday is noted that Pepys observes in January-June 1661?

3. Who does Pepys have multiple meetings with?

4. What does Pepys's new job require in January-June 1660?

5. What does Pepys think of the King's public performances in January-June 1661?

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