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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. In July-December 1662, who else is commended besides Pepys?

2. Who is Lord Sandwich having a possible affair with in July-December 1663?

3. In July-December 1661, ambassadors of which countries fight?

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

5. Who produces a copy of a letter Pepys had burned?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the promotion mean for Pepys?

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

3. What becomes of the rumor about a large sum of money buried at the Tower of London?

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

5. How do the residents of London react to the fire?

6. Describe the state of Pepys's and his wife's relationship in July-December 1668?

7. What happens when Pepys tours theaters backstage?

8. Describe what life on the ship is like for Pepys when he sets sail with Lord Sandwich in January-June 1660.

9. Describe two things Pepys does in his spare time in January-June 1663.

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the domestic violence in Pepys's household. How does it illustrate gender norms of the time? Be sure to talk about possible reasons why Pepys treats his wife the way he does.

Essay Topic 2

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

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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