From my limited knowledge, in 2011 they got rid of what I understood was the SE3 in the seismic states and wrote it into the SE1 and SE2. It was all multiple choice in 2004, much easier then, in my opinion.
My state lags a little, just found out I passed both vertical and lateral this spring.
Reading a few of these posts helped me calibrate my studies, for reference if it is helpful
-4 year sructural engineering undergrad
-No masters
-Worked as a structural engineer of record for 10 years, other...