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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is Pepys living when the narrative begins?
(a) He is renting rooms at the residence of Lord Sandwich.
(b) He is renting rooms at the King's castle.
(c) In town.
(d) In the country.

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

3. What kind of musical interests does Pepys have in January-June 1660?
(a) He hates music.
(b) Just vocal.
(c) Just instrumental.
(d) Both instrumental and vocal.

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

5. Why was this anniversary celebrated in January-June 1660 a big deal at the time?
(a) It was tradition to celebrate any surgery survival.
(b) It was a symbol of strength.
(c) Just because Pepys wanted to feel important.
(d) It was considered major surgery then.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Pepys's new job require in January-June 1660?

2. Which relative of Pepys lives in the country in July-December 1661?

3. How does Pepys celebrate having more money?

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

5. Pepys complains that a new maid hired by his wife is what?

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