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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 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 weather is very cold.
(c) The wine will go bad.
(d) Times are tough.

2. Who correctly predicted The Great Fire?
(a) Nostradamus.
(b) Pepys wife.
(c) The King.
(d) Pepys.

3. In January-June 1662, who is increasing their threats?
(a) The French and the Dutch.
(b) The English.
(c) Only the Dutch.
(d) The Germans.

4. What kind of problem does Pepys have with his wife when July-December 1664 opens?
(a) Her fashion.
(b) Her excessive spending.
(c) Her moods.
(d) Her cooking.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How much is Pepys worth at the end of 1664?

3. What does Pepys wife begin a yearly habit of collecting?

4. What becomes expense rises again in January-June 1662?

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

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