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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through July-December, 1668.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long does Pepys's abstinence last?
(a) Not long.
(b) One year.
(c) Six months.
(d) Two weeks.

2. In July-December 1661, ambassadors of which countries fight?
(a) France and Germany.
(b) France and Spain.
(c) Spain and Germany.
(d) Germany and England.

3. In November 1664, who does war begin between?
(a) French and Dutch.
(b) Dutch and English.
(c) Dutch and Germans.
(d) English and Germans.

4. What does Pepys's new job require in January-June 1660?
(a) That he will work longer hours but still come home at night.
(b) That he stay on land.
(c) That he go to sea.
(d) That is must move to another country with Lord Sandwich.

5. What kind of wonder has caught the city's attention in January-June 1668?
(a) A meteor of some sort.
(b) The healing of someone sick.
(c) A thundercloud.
(d) A rainbow.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What gift does Pepys receive for his wife?

4. When Pepys and his wife were poorer, the wife had to help with what chores?

5. After the Navy men tire of waiting to be paid, what happens?

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