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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 does Pepys nearly injure in January-June 1660 when firing a gun?

2. Who receives the promotion to Treasurer?

3. How does Pepys celebrate having more money?

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

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

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Pepys attend the Catholic Mass in July-December 1662?

2. What happens after the Duke of York retires from the Navy?

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

4. What is Pepys wanting to do with his bladder stone in July-December 1664?

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

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

7. In July-December 1662, why does Pepys decide to suspend his vows against wine and plays?

8. What happens when Pepys tours theaters backstage?

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

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

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

Essay Topic 2

What are Pepys' views on adultery? Are there the same rules for husbands and wives? How does his opinion of Lord Sandwich's affair illustrate those views?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the dire state of the country in January-June, 1665. Who is suffering the most? Who takes advantage of that and how?

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