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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of lessons does Pepys decide to begin in July-December 1662?

2. Finally in July-December, 1663, who is hired as his wife's new maid?

3. In January-June 1662, who is increasing their threats?

4. In July-December 1662, who commends Pepys?

5. What happens to Pepys's wife's companion who lied?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Why does the status of the Navy worry Pepys?

3. Describe two developments in household affairs that Pepys writes about in July-December 1661.

4. Describe Pepys time with Lord Sandwich in July-December 1662.

5. What causes Pepys to rejoice in January-June 1663?

6. How does Pepys describe his professional life in January-June 1662?

7. Describe the way that Pepys and his wife fight.

8. What is the gossip about the Queen in July-December 1663?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the symbolism of the coronation of the King in January-June 1661.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the one vice that Pepys will never give up. Why is that? How does this affect his life?

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast Pepys's treatment of his wife with his treatment of the servants.

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