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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through January-June, 1667.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Pepys do to his wife in July-December 1664 that he is ashamed of ?
(a) Divorce her.
(b) Gave her a black eye.
(c) Pushed her.
(d) Publicly humilate her.

2. What is Pepys's excuse this time in January-June 1667 for making an exception to his vow not to drink wine?
(a) He wants to celebrate.
(b) The wine will go bad.
(c) The weather is very cold.
(d) Times are tough.

3. What does Pepys rate as the worst thing he has ever seen in his life?
(a) His ugly maid.
(b) The country.
(c) The play Romeo and Juliet.
(d) Will.

4. How much is Pepys worth at the end of 1664?
(a) Nothing.
(b) 5,000 pounds.
(c) 1,349 pounds.
(d) 1,439 pounds.

5. Who holds a lottery in July-December 1664?
(a) The King.
(b) Sir Slingsby.
(c) Lord Sandwich.
(d) The Duke.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Pepys think of the play he sees in July-December, 1664?

2. What is Will's punishment in January-June 1662?

3. In November 1664, who does war begin between?

4. Once again in January-June 1662, how is Pepys planning to have a frugal life?

5. What kind of problem does Pepys have with his wife when July-December 1664 opens?

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