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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In Chapter 4, what does Malcolm tell Vivian about his history with riding horses?
(a) He only rides when he absolutely has to, because he does not really like it.
(b) He never rides horses.
(c) He learned to ride as a young child.
(d) He learned to ride as an adult because it was a strategic move for work.

3. Who is Malcolm's nephew?
(a) Marcus.
(b) James.
(c) Johnny.
(d) Miles.

4. What estate do Maddie and Vivian have to be driven to as soon as they arrive in England?
(a) Sandringham.
(b) Buckingham.
(c) Frogmore.
(d) Windsor.

5. What does Malcolm tell Vivian about how to get her horse to walk?
(a) She should give her horse a quick tug on the reins.
(b) She should give her horse a gentle kick in the ribs.
(c) She should give her horse a quick tug on his right ear.
(d) Her horse will automatically follow his horse.

6. What signs does Vivian's and Maddie's chauffeur hold at Heathrow Airport to let them know he is there to pick them up?
(a) Maddie and Vivian.
(b) M. and V.
(c) This Misses Forest.
(d) Ms. M. Forest and Ms. V. Forest.

7. What is the first question the stable manager asks Vivian?
(a) What kind of saddle she would like to use.
(b) If she has ever ridden a horse before.
(c) If she feels like her balance is good enough to ride a horse.
(d) If she has any allergies.

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

9. What is another name for Sandringham stables?
(a) The Royal Stud.
(b) The Royal Ride.
(c) The Royal Tail.
(d) The Royal Hay.

10. In Chapter 3, who was the last man Vivian has had a relationship with?
(a) Francis.
(b) Sammy.
(c) Ramone.
(d) Ray.

11. Where is Vivian Forest originally from?
(a) Northern California.
(b) Pennsylvania.
(c) Ohio.
(d) Texas.

12. 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 put in first class and there are many luxuries like champagne, snacks, and a fully reclining seat.
(d) They are able to fly to England in just 4 hours because of strong headwinds.

13. Where is Malcolm's nephew set to go to college the following year?
(a) Oxford.
(b) Cambridge.
(c) Yale.
(d) Princeton.

14. Who is the chef at the Duke and Duchess's cottage?
(a) Malcolm Gladwell.
(b) Julia Pepper.
(c) Sandra Coakley.
(d) James Madison.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Queen's private secretary invite Vivian to do on her first day staying at the Duchess's cottage?

2. In Chapter 3, who is the staff member that delivers messages between Malcolm and Vivian?

3. In Chapter 4, what does Malcolm tell Vivian the monarchy offers in times of political turmoil?

4. Which family member does Vivian help look after?

5. What does the Queen tell Vivian when they meet briefly?

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