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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the stable manager tell Vivian he is starting her with the particular horse he chooses for her?
(a) She is older and more docile.
(b) She is particularly used to having Americans ride her.
(c) She is used to having kids ride her.
(d) She is gentle and loves people.

2. In Chapter 5, what does Malcolm ask Vivian to do with him on the spur of the moment?
(a) Go to London with him for just the day.
(b) Go to meet the Prime Minister.
(c) Go snorkeling with him.
(d) Go to lunch with him at a pub in town.

3. Who is Maddie's boyfriend?
(a) Randy.
(b) Sam.
(c) Marcus.
(d) Theo.

4. Who says Malcolm is a snob, as Malcolm tells it to Vivian?
(a) His sister.
(b) His nephew Miles.
(c) His ex-wife.
(d) His daughter.

5. In Chapter 3, who does Vivian text back home to check to see if that person is doing OK in her absence?
(a) Robert.
(b) Darren.
(c) Sally.
(d) Jo.

6. In Chapter 4, what is the first thing the stable manager tells Vivian to do when she gets up on the horse?
(a) Take her shoes off.
(b) Loosen her grip on the reins.
(c) Chew some gum to help relax her.
(d) Pat the horse's ears.

7. What is Vivian surprised and amazed by on her and Maddie's flight to England?
(a) There are several famous people on their flight to England.
(b) They have to make an emergency landing in a different airport than they one they are supposed to fly to.
(c) They are able to fly to England in just 4 hours because of strong headwinds.
(d) They are put in first class and there are many luxuries like champagne, snacks, and a fully reclining seat.

8. Who leaves Vivian a note the first morning she wakes up at the Duchess's cottage?
(a) Maddie.
(b) Malcolm.
(c) Jo.
(d) James.

9. Who is Maddie's friend who regularly works for the new Duchess?
(a) Amelia.
(b) Margot.
(c) Vanessa.
(d) Ciara.

10. What does the Duchess offer Vivian and Maddie as soon as they arrive to the cottage?
(a) Hot buttered rum, scones, and sandwiches.
(b) Champagne.
(c) Christmas cake.
(d) Coffee.

11. In Chapter 6, which dress does Vivian tell the Duchess she likes best?
(a) A deep navy blue dress.
(b) A red and green dress with gold detailing.
(c) A magenta dress.
(d) A sequined emerald green dress.

12. What very basic question does Vivian ask the Queen's private secretary about his job in Chapter 2?
(a) How much does he get paid?
(b) How many phone calls does he have to make each day?
(c) What does the private secretary to the Queen actually do?
(d) Does he call the Queen by her first name or by her title?

13. What does the Queen's private secretary invite Vivian to do on her first day staying at the Duchess's cottage?
(a) Go see the crown jewels.
(b) Go for a tour of Sandringham estate.
(c) Go for lunch in town.
(d) Go for a winter swim in the pool on the grounds.

14. Where does Maddie ask her mother to come with her for Christmas?
(a) England.
(b) Italy.
(c) France.
(d) Ireland.

15. Where does the Queen's private secretary work most of the time?
(a) Frogmore Cottage.
(b) The Leeves Estate.
(c) Windsor Mountbatton Estate.
(d) Buckingham Palace.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Malcolm tell Vivian about how to get her horse to walk?

2. What is Vivian about to ask Malcolm when they run into the Queen unexpectedly?

3. Why does the Duchess say all the bedrooms have fires and fireplaces?

4. In Chapter 5, what food does Vivian try that she does not like at all?

5. What estate do Maddie and Vivian have to be driven to as soon as they arrive in England?

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