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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through January-June, 1665.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is one thing Pepys does with his appearance in January-June 1661?
(a) He goes bald.
(b) He gets manicures.
(c) He takes an interest in the latest fashions.
(d) He grows a beard.

2. What is Pepys's country house called?
(a) The Happy House.
(b) Halfway House.
(c) The Cabin.
(d) The Gardens.

3. Once again in January-June 1662, how is Pepys planning to have a frugal life?
(a) By getting rid of servants.
(b) By no longer keeping up with fashions.
(c) By going to church more.
(d) By abstaining from wine.

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

5. Where did Pepys get his watch?
(a) Lord Sandwich.
(b) It was a gift.
(c) He stole it.
(d) He bought it.

Short Answer Questions

1. In his plan to be frugal in January-June 1662, what is an indulgence Pepys will allow?

2. In January-June 1661, what does the King perform publicly that makes him leave quite an impression with the public?

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

4. Who is Pepys jealous of in in January-June 1663?

5. Why are several houses quarantined in January-June 1665?

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