Read the passage from the diary of John Evelyn, concerning the death of King Charles I. in 1685 Then, answer the question Thus died K Charles the 2nd, of a Vigorous and robust constitution, and in all appearance capable of a longer life. A Prince of many Virtues, and
many greate Inperfections, Debonaire, Easy of accesse, not bloudy or Cruel: His Countenance fierce, his voice greate, proper of person every motion
became him, a lover of that sea, and skillful of shipping, not affecting other studys, yet he had a laboratory and knew of many Empyrical Medicines
What is the main value of a diary entry such as this one?
A It provides an insight into the character of an important person
Bit documents a period's use of grammar and punctuation
C. It shows one stage in the development of a wnter
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allows a writer an outlet for expressing his or her ideas