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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Pepys think of the King's public performances in January-June 1661?
(a) He loves them.
(b) He hates it.
(c) He is jealous of it.
(d) He thinks they are unusual for a person of such high status.

2. What is one thing Pepys's wife does with her appearance in January-June 1661?
(a) She gets her teeth done.
(b) She dyes her hair.
(c) She gets a sword to wear as an accessory.
(d) She lets her eyebrows grow out.

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

4. What happens to those involved in resistance against the Royals?
(a) They are shot.
(b) They are run out of town.
(c) They are put on trial, but later released.
(d) They are hanged and quartered.

5. Who praises Pepys for his new home and the status it brings?
(a) His mother.
(b) His wife.
(c) The Lord.
(d) His father.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What does Pepys nearly injure in January-June 1660 when firing a gun?

4. Who receives the promotion to Treasurer?

5. How does Pepys celebrate having more money?

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