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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. Why does Pepys order a wig from his barber?

2. What do Pepys and his wife go to see at the playhouse?

3. In January-June 1661, what does Pepys reveal about the King?

4. Who dies of lung cancer in March 1664?

5. Who is worried about Pepys's new position in January-June 1660?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. Explain the death in the family in January-June 1664.

4. Compare the financial status of the Navy with the excessive spending of the Royal Family.

5. Describe the honoring of the Queen in January-June 1662.

6. Describe Pepys's thoughts on the King's public healings of the sick.

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

8. How does the status of the Navy hit an all-time low?

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

10. Explain what happens when Pepys arranges the private lessons for his wife.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the meaning of why his wife staying up late washing and burning her hand while cooking catches Pepys's attention? What does this say about his feelings about his social status.

Essay Topic 2

Describe Pepys's ambition and how it relates to status in society. Explain the motivation behind his ambitions.

Essay Topic 3

Describe why the humanity of the Royals often catches Pepys by surprise. Compare and contrast Pepys's opinions about the Royals as the book continues.

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