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What phrase did the narrator find amusing while using the subway in London?
What phrase did the narrator find amusing while using the subway in London?
How did the narrator feel while walking into the opulent restaurant?
How did the narrator feel while walking into the opulent restaurant?
What type of drink did the narrator usually order at company functions back home?
What type of drink did the narrator usually order at company functions back home?
What dish did the narrator and the executives enjoy during dinner?
What dish did the narrator and the executives enjoy during dinner?
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What did the narrator tell themselves to boost their confidence before the dinner?
What did the narrator tell themselves to boost their confidence before the dinner?
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What type of steak did everyone at the table order?
What type of steak did everyone at the table order?
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How did the narrator feel about her appearance at the dinner?
How did the narrator feel about her appearance at the dinner?
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What did the narrator find troubling after returning to her hotel room?
What did the narrator find troubling after returning to her hotel room?
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What advice did the narrator recall from her father?
What advice did the narrator recall from her father?
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How did the narrator feel about the evening after reflecting on her experience?
How did the narrator feel about the evening after reflecting on her experience?
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Study Notes
England Adventure
- The author is in England alone, continuing her adventure after her parents return to the US.
- She is excited about her new job at an exchange office and is preparing for a dinner meeting with two top executives.
- She practices self-affirmation ("I can do this") and is confident about navigating London's public transportation.
- She mentions the phrase "Mind the gap" used on the London subway.
Dinner with Executives
- She recalls her father's advice: "The happiest people are the ones who are inspired and enjoying the ride they are on while they are on it."
- The dinner setting is described as luxurious and opulent, with the author feeling like "Princess Diana herself."
- She orders peppercorn steak, a specialty of the restaurant, and the executives order whiskey, wine, and after-dinner drinks.
- The author is not a big drinker and orders wine despite lacking knowledge of wine varieties.
First Impressions
- The author is impressed by the executives' sophistication and attire.
- She feels confident in her new business suit, even though she later realizes it is not as high-end as she initially thought.
- The author believes she made a good impression, appearing intelligent, witty, and charming.
Unexpected End to Dinner
- The executives shake her hand and kiss her cheek as she leaves, seeming grateful for her company.
- As she travels back to her hotel, the author feels happy and confident, pleased with how the evening went.
- She discovers a piece of pepper stuck in her front teeth, realizing it must have gone unnoticed during dinner.
A Lesson Learned
- The author initially feels embarrassed and wants to disappear, but then laughs at the situation.
- She remembers her father's advice: "Nobody can make you happy but yourself."
- Despite the embarrassing situation with the pepper, she is happy and grateful for her experiences.
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Description
Join the journey of an author exploring England as she embarks on a new job and navigates social dynamics during a luxurious dinner with executives. Experience her reflections on inspiration and self-affirmation as she adapts to her new environment. This quiz captures the essence of first impressions and cultural nuances in a foreign land.
