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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In July-December, 1664, who is Pepys continuing an affair with?
(a) Jane.
(b) Mrs. Lane.
(c) Lady Lord Sandwich.
(d) His uncle's wife.

2. What does Pepys wife begin a yearly habit of collecting?
(a) Cards from friends.
(b) Cards from doctors.
(c) The May dew.
(d) Money on the street.

3. In his plan to be frugal in January-June 1662, what is an indulgence Pepys will allow?
(a) Wine.
(b) Cheese.
(c) Puppet shows.
(d) Chocolate.

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. What does the person who Pepys calls do when he feels under the weather?
(a) Gives him a day off.
(b) Performs bloodletting.
(c) Gives him a massage.
(d) Gives him a pep talk.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens on New Year's Day 1662 when Pepys wakes up?

2. What did Pepys do to his wife in July-December 1664 that he is ashamed of ?

3. What milestone does Pepys forget in 1664?

4. What is Pepys's excuse this time in January-June 1667 for making an exception to his vow not to drink wine?

5. Who is honored with a boat parade on the Thames?

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