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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Monday, September 4: That Is to Say, Jo Has Not Yet Died.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Eyes Sunk, Lips Dark Blue, when was the last time it had rained in London?
(a) Middle of July.
(b) Middle of August.
(c) First of August.
(d) End of July.

2. During the epidemics of the late 1840s and 1850s, how many Londoners would typically die of cholera in a matter of weeks?
(a) 450.
(b) 500.
(c) 800.
(d) 1,000.

3. In Eyes Sunk, Lips Dark Blue, with whom did Henry Whitehead share a room?
(a) Brother.
(b) Cousin.
(c) Father.
(d) Grandfather.

4. By September 4, how many workers at the Lion Brewery had contracted cholera?
(a) 0.
(b) 20.
(c) 11.
(d) 15.

5. In 1851 in the subdistrict of Berwick Street, how many people were there per acre of land?
(a) 50.
(b) 205.
(c) 432.
(d) 112.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long did London remain the manufacturing center of England?

2. In 1854 if a letter was sent by mail at 9 a.m., when would the recipient across town receive it?

3. In Eyes Sunk, Lips Dark Blue, how man dogs did a man at 38 Silver Street keep in one room?

4. When long ago were composting pits used by the citizens of Knossos?

5. Who designed Regent Street to connect Marylebone Park wit the Prince Regent's new home at Carlton House?

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