Do You Have What It Takes To Be Part Of The Royal Family?
- by Kaline Forrester
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If you have ever pictured yourself dining with the Queen, living in a royal palace, or having a wardrobe worthy of Kate Middleton, you may have also wondered if you could really handle the life of a royal. As we all know, there are countless rules that members of the royal family must follow at all times, and while it may look like a glamorous life to us common folk, we are willing to bet it is not all great, all the time.
With the recent engagement of Prince Harry to Meghan Markle, the royal family (and what it would be like to join it) has been in the spotlight more than they already are usually. Plus, Kate Middleton is pregnant with her and Prince William's third baby, due in April 2018. Everywhere you look, these four and their family are right there.
When it comes down to it, do you think you would have what it takes to be a part of the royal family? Can you curtsy, and answer to Queen Elizabeth for every little thing? Can you hold your cup of tea just right, and hold your tongue when you really want to say something you're not "supposed to"? Can you commit to never, ever playing Monopoly again (oh yes, this is a requirement!)? Could you handle the pressures of being scrutinized by both the palace and the world while remaining poised and graceful?
These are just a few of the many things the royals are expected to do. The list of expectations is endless, and for that reason, the life of a royal is probably not for everyone. However, you can find out for sure by taking this quick, fun quiz. Good luck!
Choose a Kate Middleton dress.
If Kate Middleton, the wife of Prince William, is known for anything other than being his wife, it is her awesome wardrobe, Whether she is wearing a dress or something casual like jeans, she always manages to look tres chic. Which of these dresses do you like best?
How do you feel about hats and 'fascinators'?
The British Royal Family is practically expected to wear these froofy, floppy hats they are always seen in. If you can't stand the look (or the feeling of it on your head), then having to wear them all the time might be really difficult. But on the flip side, maybe you don't care that much, which would definitely make your life easier living with the royals.
Choose a royal hunk.
They may not be everyone's cup of tea, but all three of these men- Charles and his two sons, William and Harry- managed to land themselves some gorgeous ladies. Lately, it seems like Harry is the apple of many young women's eyes, especially since he is officially off the market now.
How many names are you willing to give your child?
If you marry into the royal family, it is pretty much expected that you will give your children a super long, traditional name. William and Kate, for example, have George Alexander Louis, and Charlotte Elizabeth Diana. Both Kate and William have long names, as well. But this style may be too elaborate and over-the-top for some people.
What do you usually wear on the weekend?
Your appearance as a member of the royal family is of the utmost importance. Members of the royal family are always under scrutiny, and as one, you will be representative of them. Even if it is the weekend, you should still look your best when going out.
Which hobby do you enjoy most?
Luckily, the world is your oyster if you are a member of the royal family. This means that no matter what your hobby is, within reason, you will probably have the opportunity to do it. Of the following, which would you be most likely to enjoy doing?
You and the Queen have a disagreement. How do you handle it?
Say you are Kate Middleton, or anyone related to the Queen. As we know, Queen Elizabeth runs the show, so disagreeing with her is not ideal. But say it happens despite your best efforts not to step on any toes. How would you handle that situation?
What is the best-ever princess movie?
Royalty (and princesses especially, it seems) are a huge source of fascination for all of us common folk. And we probably have a completely inaccurate idea of what it must be like to be a royal because of all the Disney princess and other princess movies out there, like these four. But they're sooooo fun to watch!
How should you greet the Queen?
Of course, as a member of the royal family, one would become friendly with the Queen, and maybe even casual (maybe). But for now, pretend you are not yet casual with her. As a new member of her family, how should you greet her when you see her?
Choose a sport.
Not everyone is a jock, or even likes or appreciates sports. When we think of the royal family, images of hugely athletic people do not immediately come to mind. However, they enjoy sports in their own right. Of the following, which sport do you like best?
Coffee or tea?
Whether you are a coffee or a tea person will speak volumes about whether or not you would fit into the royal family. After all, can you imagine a prince or princess who did not like tea? He or she would have to constantly be declining tea time with the Queen and whatnot.
Which charities/causes are you passionate about?
One of the best parts about being a member of the royal family is that you are blessed with a platform to affect change. With the time, money, and other resources, it is easier for these people than most to spread awareness, raise money, and make real change in our world.
What time should one arrive for high tea?
British people just love their tea. Say the Queen invites you over one day for high tea, but that is all she says. A quick Google search could tell you what time she expects you to arrive, but could you figure it out without Googling?
Describe yourself.
It takes a certain je ne sais quoi to successfully integrate into the royal family. One must possess class, grace, a level of elegance, and the list goes on and on. Sadly, not every personality type would mesh well with these kind of people. Would you?
Which of the seven deadly sins are you most likely guilty of?
We are all guilty of some kinds of sins; there is just no avoiding it as humans. Even the royal family has been guilty of some of them, since they are, after all, only human. But I think we can all agree that some of them are worse than others. Which sounds the most like you?
Castle or palace?
Many people are not aware that actually, castles and palaces are two completely different types of buildings. A castle is what you typically see in a fairytale with the turrets and dungeons and towers and moats, whereas a palace the official residence of a sovereign, archbishop, bishop, or other exalted person.
How should you hold your fork while dining?
Sometimes, it seems like the silliest things are of the utmost importance to the royals. But hey, ya gotta do what ya gotta do. Right now, it is time to discuss what to do with your fork. At the table, how should you, as a royal, hold your fork so as to remain proper?
Pick the best vacation.
As a member of the royal family, you can pretty much be guaranteed a trip wherever you want to go. Much of their travels are more work than play though, as they do a lot of charity and other work around the globe. But if you could take advantage of that lifestyle, where would you most like to go?
Who is your favorite royal lady?
The royal family is full of lovely ladies from every generation. There is the head of the family, Queen Elizabeth, the late Princess Diana, William's wife Kate, and Harry's bride, the soon-to-be Princess Meghan. Which of these four ladies is your favorite?
How scandalous is your life?
We all have our share of drama every now and then, some more than others. And the royal family is no exception. The only difference is that their scandals are very public, and thus a lot more embarrassing, no matter how ridiculous it is.
Which classic fairytale princess would you like to be?
There are too many awesome Disney and other fairytale princesses to list them all here, so we will go with some of the more popular ones. For whatever reason, which of these princesses is your favorite, and which would you like to be if you could?
Donuts or bisuits/scones?
If you are an American, you will probably think this is not even a decision, at all; who eats biscuits or scones? Well, the answer is: the British do, and the royal family does. And you may be expected to (at high tea, for example) at times. So could you forego your donuts? Because we guarantee they will not be available at royal breakfasts.
Who would play you in a movie about your life?
Let's be honest; we have all imagined, at one point or another, who would play us if our life ever became interesting enough to have a movie made about it (hey, stranger things have happened). Choose an actress who you feel would do the best job portraying you.
How does one sit like a royal?
Believe it or not, there is a correct and an incorrect way to sit when in the presence of royalty. Obviously, one should never sit "criss-cross applesauce", or on top of their own legs or anything. So how SHOULD you sit, should you ever get the chance to, say, dine with royalty?
How do you properly exit to use the bathroom?
This is not something most of us must think about; we just go to the bathroom. But in the royal family, one must be proper about the smallest things. For example, if you are at dinner or in the middle of an event with the Queen, how do you excuse yourself "the right way" to use the restroom?
