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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through July-December, 1667.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Due to Pepys's position with the government in January-June 1660, what does he get propositioned with right away?
(a) Bribes.
(b) Scandals.
(c) Affairs.
(d) New job offers.

2. 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 considered major surgery then.
(c) It was a symbol of strength.
(d) Just because Pepys wanted to feel important.

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

4. What actually happens to the buried money?
(a) They never find it; it is a hoax.
(b) They find it, but lose it.
(c) It goes to the King and Duke as promised.
(d) The give it to charity.

5. When Pepys feels under the weather, who does he call?
(a) A doctor.
(b) His priest.
(c) Will.
(d) Lord Sandwich.

Short Answer Questions

1. What event causes Pepys to suffer in the morning afterward?

2. Who does Pepys run into one afternoon and have an affair with in July-December 1663?

3. What is the highlight of January-June 1661, according to Pepys's account?

4. What does Pepys do for work in January-June 1660?

5. What is in jeopardy in January-June, 1665?

(see the answer key)

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