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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Once again in January-June 1662, how is Pepys planning to have a frugal life?
(a) By going to church more.
(b) By no longer keeping up with fashions.
(c) By abstaining from wine.
(d) By getting rid of servants.

2. What causes Pepys's worry about the financial state?
(a) Someone told him to worry.
(b) Just based on a feeling he has.
(c) A review of the ledgers show serious debts.
(d) A review of the ledger shows no debt but not enough income.

3. In July-December 1662, there is a rumor about money buried where?
(a) The Tower of London.
(b) At Lord Sandwich's tower.
(c) At the castle.
(d) In Pepys backyard.

4. What does the person who Pepys calls do when he feels under the weather?
(a) Gives him a day off.
(b) Gives him a massage.
(c) Gives him a pep talk.
(d) Performs bloodletting.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does Pepys's abstinence last?

2. Who is promised a part of the buried treasure if found?

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

4. Who holds the final authority over the Navy?

5. Why was Sir Charles Sydly arrested?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Pepys do to prepare for the possibility that he might be captured?

2. What does Pepys admit about a gift for his wife in January-June 1664?

3. Explain the struggle with Pepys's wife's companions in July-December 1663.

4. Describe Pepys's reaction to his new financial status in July-December 1660.

5. in January-June 1665, what are the household issues Pepys once again continues?

6. Pepys also admits something horrible about a crime he witnessed. What did he admit?

7. What does the need for money in the Navy prompt Pepys to do?

8. Explain why Pepys is celebrating the anniversary of the bladder surgery.

9. What is the meaning behind Pepys beginning to discipline the household staff?

10. Describe what we know about Pepys affairs as the journal closes.

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