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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through January-June, 1662.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Pepys admit to doing in some of his meetings with the person who has final authority over the Navy?
(a) Sleeping.
(b) Eating.
(c) Drinking.
(d) Bluffing.

2. Who takes singing lessons?
(a) The King.
(b) Pepys's wife.
(c) Pepys' maid.
(d) Will.

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

4. In January-June 1661, what does Pepys reveal about the King?
(a) That there was an attempt to kill him in the previous year.
(b) That the King is a liar.
(c) That he had an affair with his wife.
(d) That Pepys' wife does not like the king.

5. What holiday is noted that Pepys observes in January-June 1661?
(a) President's Day.
(b) St. Patrick's Day.
(c) Easter.
(d) Valentine's Day.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who trusts Pepys to watch valuable jewels?

2. Who is worried about Pepys's new position in January-June 1660?

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

4. Who does Pepys have multiple meetings with?

5. Who praises Pepys for his new home and the status it brings?

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