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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Pepys blame for the civil unrest?
(a) The King.
(b) Pheasants.
(c) Religious fanatics.
(d) Women.

2. Who does the town and Pepys often gossip about?
(a) The Royal Family.
(b) His neighbor.
(c) The Lord.
(d) The Royals in the next country.

3. Who trusts Pepys to watch valuable jewels?
(a) The King.
(b) Lord Sandwich.
(c) Will.
(d) Pepys' cousin.

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

5. When Pepys receives a promotion in January-June 1660, what does he become?
(a) Lord Sandwich.
(b) General at sea.
(c) Lord's assistant.
(d) Lord's clerk.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of musical interests does Pepys have in January-June 1660?

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

3. In July-December 1660 entries, what does the reader find out about Pepys's relationship with his wife?

4. Despite the fact that he has a lot of money, what does Pepys begin to worry about in July-December 1660?

5. Where is Pepys living when the narrative begins?

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