"The Princess Test" is the eighth episode of Sofia the First. It premiered on April 12, 2013.
Overview[]
When Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather announce a big test, all of the princesses are put to the test, but only one of them can win the trophy for showing the most important princess trait of all: kindness.
Plot[]
At Royal Prep, Sofia and the other girls are waiting for Dance Class to begin. However, Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather arrive and inform the girls that Dance Class has been cancelled, so they can all prepare for the Princess Test they'll be taking that day after school where they will show everything they've learned about being a true Princess. Sofia and Princess Jun decide to go to the library to study, with Amber and Hildegard deciding to accompany them just in case they have any questions, since the two of them claim to already know everything about being true princesses. At the library, Sofia asks the librarian, Mrs. Higgins, if there are any books about being a good princess. It turns out there are tons of them, and Mrs. Higgins gives Sofia and Jun two of her favorite books. Sofia is devastated by all the subject material that the other girls already know very well since they have been princesses their whole lives, unlike herself. Amber takes the group to another room, where she tells Sofia that what really matters is to keep her gown looking gorgeous. Hildegard also shows the proper way to flutter a fan. Finally, Jun and Maya say that knowing how to curtsy and dance are also important. Sofia thinks she is ready for the test now, and everyone starts making their way to the ballroom.
Mrs. Higgins's wheelbarrow that she uses to carry her books around got broken, so she asks Amber for help, only for the latter to politely state that the Princess Test is starting, and that she cannot afford to be late nor miss it. She then asks Jun for help, but Jun is also unable to help her in order to arrive to the Princess Test on time. She then asks help from Hildegard, who simply walks past her. When she asks Sofia for help, Sofia responds to her plea for help, much to Mrs. Higgins's joy. Even though the princess test is starting, Sofia agrees to help her carry the books home after Mrs. Higgins assures her that her house is fairly close by. A concerned Amber briefly approaches to Sofia and asks her if she will attend the Princess Test, and Sofia assures her that she will make it back in time for the test. However, it turns out the two of them will have to take a longer route when they discover that the bridge across the stream is broken. Mrs. Higgins understands that Sofia wants to go back and take the test, and says she can carry all the books home by herself, but Sofia decides to continue helping her. Back at school, the test has started. Miss Flora presents the first question (greeting Quon, the emperor of Wei-Ling), and Hildegard volunteers to answer, stating that it'll be so easy. However, just as she attempts to answer it, she immediately forgets the answer and begins to panic about failing the entire test. Amber tells her the test has just begun so she has plenty of chances to make up for her one mistake, but Hildegard, unconvinced, says "But...what if I do WORSE?!" and quits easily. Amber worries about Hildegard quitting too soon, and at that moment, a curious Maya asks where Sofia is, and a worried Amber is surprised she hasn't returned, making a concerned Jun wonder where Sofia is.
Sofia asks Mrs. Higgins if her house is far from their current location, and Mrs. Higgins offers to draw her a map, but instead draws a tic-tac-toe board as a joke, which makes Sofia a little frustrated as the tic-tac-toe is making them waste time on their small trip to Mrs. Higgins's cottage. Then, they reach a narrow path through a split rock and Sofia politely allows Mrs. Higgins to pass through first, stating that is what a proper princess would do, but she says Sofia is a proper princess. Sofia disagrees, telling her she wasn't born a princess and that she feels like she constantly has to prove she is one, but perhaps through the princess test, she can finally show everyone that she deserves her royal status. Mrs. Higgins comments that from what she's seen, Sofia will make a wonderful princess. Back in school, Amber and Jun do well in the fan fluttering portion of the test, but Hildegard is still scared of messing up again, even though fan fluttering is her specialty as Amber reminds her, and decides to just give up on this part. Her friends don't want to see her fail the test, but don't know what to do.
Sofia is worried about the fact that it's getting late and the test is probably halfway over, but Mrs. Higgins says they're almost there. They cross another stream by hopping down a pathway of rocks and Sofia ends up losing her fan halfway along, causing her further distress. Mrs. Higgins once again offers to let her return to school, but Sofia stays to help, pointing out that her dress still looks good, which Amber said was the most important thing. Back at school, Amber and Jun forcibly drag Hildegard out onto the ballroom floor, with Amber telling her that she could do great on what remains of the test, but she has no chance to do so if she just gives up. Hildegard realizes that while it's understandable that she wants to pass the test, she won't be able to do so if she keeps on quitting. The girls are now tested on their posture and must keep books from falling off their heads, and to make things a little challenging, pillows are magically flung at them while they walk. Hildegard fears that she'll fail, but with encouragement from Amber, Hildegard gets through this part of the test with no problems, and thanks Amber for the help.
Mrs. Higgins's house is finally within view, but the path ahead is covered with mud, and Sofia doesn't want to ruin her dress. Mrs. Higgins gives her a third chance to go back to school to take the test, but Sofia again doesn't quit helping. She gets an idea and simply holds her dress up a little to keep it from dragging through the mud. But just as they reach the end of the mud, they both slip and fall, and Sofia's dress is ruined, which she believes means she has no chance of passing the test now. Nevertheless, they have arrived at their destination, and Mrs. Higgins thanks Sofia for her help. Sofia is glad that she at least helped her get home, even if it meant missing the test. However, Mrs. Higgins tells her she might still be able to make it to the test. Sofia wonders how, and Mrs. Higgins ushers her into the house, much to Sofia's confusion. As Sofia steps in, nothing happens at first. Then, all of a sudden, the house fades away, and Sofia finds herself in the ballroom at school. To add to her shock and confusion, another Mrs. Higgins shows up. The Mrs. Higgins that Sofia had helped then reveals she is really Fauna in disguise, and that it was all part of the test. She explains that one of the most important things about being a princess is kindness, and a true princess always helps people in need, even if it means having to give up something important. While the other girls receive silver stars for doing a fine job, Sofia is awarded a special trophy for passing with the highest marks.
Cast[]
- Ariel Winter as Sofia
- Darcy Rose Byrnes as Princess Amber
- Russi Taylor as Fauna, Mrs. Higgins (credited as additional voices)
- Barbara Dirickson as Flora
- Tress MacNeille as Merryweather
- Coco Grayson as Princess Hildegard
- Michaela Zee as Princess Jun
- Olivia Grace as Princess Maya
Transcript[]
Song[]
- "I Belong"
Videos[]
Gallery[]
Trivia[]
- Viewership: This episode was watched by 2.128 million viewers on its premiere.[1]
- Emperor Quon is the only male character to appear in this episode, but he is shown on a display.
- According to Amber and Hildegard, there are one hundred and thirty-eight kingdoms.
- This episode aired as part of Disney Junior's "Sofia the First Royal Prep Week"; leading up to this episode's premiere, every day from April 8-11 at 9:30am, Disney Channel aired four episodes featuring Royal Prep. The schedule was as follows:
- April 8 - "The Shy Princess"
- April 9 - "Just One of the Princes"
- April 10 - "Cedric's Apprentice"
- April 11 - Sofia the First: Once Upon a Princess
- Moral: Always help those in need.
References[]
- ↑ Bibel, Sara (April 15, 2013). Friday Cable Ratings: 'Masters' Coverage Wins Night, 'WWE Smackdown', 'Spartacus', 'Da Vinci's Demons', 'Yukon Men', 'Vice' & More. TV by the Numbers. Archived from the original on April 17, 2013. Retrieved February 7, 2024.