🚢 Go Cruising on the Titanic and We'll Tell You Who You Were in a Past Life

By: Teresa McGlothlin
Estimated Completion Time
6 min
🚢 Go Cruising on the Titanic and We'll Tell You Who You Were in a Past Life
Image: University of Maine Farmington via WikiCommons

About This Quiz

It's April 10, 1911, and all of Southampton, England's citizens have gathered to bid bon voyage to The Millionaire's Special. This time, they're waving their good wishes at you. During this quiz, you have the rare opportunity to board the RMS Titanic's maiden journey and cruise among the 2,200 who watched the shoreline fade into the distance. How are you going to spend your time while you're on board? 

Once we see how you take advantage of the ship's many amenities, we'll be able to connect the dots to the historical person you were in one of your past lives. The way you choose between the Turkish baths or the private promenades holds indicators about the kind of life your soul used to live. The choices you make during the first-class captain's dinner will reveal even more! So, who do you think you were? 

Grab your luggage and pack your formal wear, because you are in for a once-in-a-lifetime treat! Your cabin has been reserved, and the Titanic's staff are waiting for your arrival. Whether you leisurely stroll the upper decks or you retreat to the general room is up to you. Just remember to honor the Titanic's past and let your former self shine through. Were you once a famous ruler, or were you someone else?


Vintage Luggage
Unsplash by Erwan Hesry
It's almost time to board! How many bags have you packed?
I travel light. I've only packed a couple of bags.
I'll only need one large suitcase.
I've packed a few trunks and at least six suitcases.
I'll only take a backpack. I'm sure I can grab a few things on the ship.

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Titanic leaving
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Who are you taking with you on this epic cruise?
This is a solo trip!
My sweetheart is begging to go.
It's a group trip with some of my closest friends.
I'm traveling with some people from work.

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First Class Titanic Smoking Room
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Did you fork out the $40,000 to $70,000 a first-class ticket would cost in today's money?
I think I'll be OK in second class.
The third-class ticket was a bargain at around $700.
Of course, I did! I am not sharing a bathtub with 700 other people!
I didn't, but my company did.

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Leo boarding Titanic
Paramount Pictures / 20th Century Fox / Lightstorm Entertainment
Do you have any reservations about boarding this enormous ship?
No way! It's unsinkable.
I always get nervous before I travel.
I'm a little worried about seasickness.
Life is nothing more than an adventure. I'm only nervous about the food.

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Titanic cabin
Robert John Welch via WikiCommons
What's the first thing you check out now that you're on the boat?
I'll need to see my cabin.
Where's the buffet?
I want to see the grand ballroom.
It was a long trip. I need to find the restroom.

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Shuffleboard
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Can we interest you in a game of shuffleboard?
I would rather play chess.
Quoits sounds like more fun.
I need to return to my cabin and freshen up a bit.
I think I'll stay in the General Room and get to know my shipmates.

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Waldorf Salad
Kitchen Stories (US) via YouTube
What first-class lunch item looks the best to you?
Waldorf salad
Pate de foie gras
Mutton
Curried chicken

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Jack and Rose on deck
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Will you indulge in an afternoon nap, or will you tour the boat's deck?
It's a nice afternoon for a stroll.
I'll need a nap after all this morning's activities.
I would like to check out the orchestra I keep hearing.
I think I'll head to the card tables and mingle.

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Titanic swimming pool
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Would you rather hit the pool or visit the Turkish bath?
The Turkish bath sounds delightful.
I think I'll keep my clothes on.
It's April — it's too cold to get wet!
I'm having too much fun right now, but I'll hit the Turkish bath after dinner.

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serving tea
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They're serving coffee and tea in the library. Are you in?
I could use a cup of coffee!
I'm not thirsty, but there might be some cute socialites there.
Tea time sounds lovely!
I'm still trying to find the bar.

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Titanic Lifeboat
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Are you paranoid enough to have located the lifeboats by now?
I think I walked by them earlier.
I don't notice stuff like that when I travel.
An attendant pointed them out when we boarded.
I won't need them. This ship will never sink!

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White bathrobes
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What kind of White Star Line souvenir are you going to pick up?
They won't mind if I take this luxury bathrobe.
I'll grab a pen or something.
A photograph by the ship's photographer would be perfect.
I'm sure I'll pick up a lousy T-shirt.

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promenade deck
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You've been given access to a first-class promenade. What are you going to do there?
This is a good time to write some postcards.
I do have a little business I need to finish.
I'll relax and watch the ocean for a while.
I'm throwing a private party up in here!

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Titanic room
Robert John Welch via WikiCommons
Which of the Titanic's decorating styles are you digging so far?
The Tudor paneling is awesome!
I love this Louis XVI-era woodwork.
They've nailed the Italian Renaissance style.
I could live in the Georgian room for the rest of my days.

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Captain Smith Titanic movie
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You just saw Captain Smith walk by on the B-deck. Will you introduce yourself?
No, I'm sitting at his table later.
I'm sure he has things to do.
It's important that he knows I'm onboard.
I'm don't want to be seen on the B-deck. I'm an A-deck kind of person.

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Titanic dinner
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It's almost time for tonight's seven-course dinner! What are you going to wear?
I've packed a long ballgown.
I'll have to break out the tux for this.
I never travel without a little black dress.
What's wrong with what I'm wearing?

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Captain EJ Smith
Titanic World via YouTube
Are you more excited to hear the captain's speech or see tonight's menu?
I'm here for the food.
I can't wait to hear this speech!
TBH ... I'm only here because I'm looking for a date.
Both!

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Titanic dancing
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This music is hopping tonight! Will you hit the dance floor?
If I can find a partner, I will.
I'm too much of a wallflower for that.
I'm the first one out there!
No way! I'm going to ask to join the band.

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Oysters
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Are you going to load up your plate with raw oysters like the ones from the brochure?
I'll need a couple of plates.
I think I'll opt for a different kind of appetizer.
Five or six should do.
I wonder if they would deep-fry them for me.

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Cream soup
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Will you choose the marrow soup or the cream of barley soup for your second course? They were actual choices.
I'll skip to the third course, thanks.
I'll have one of each.
Let me have the marrow.
Barley soup is delicious!

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Titanic dinner
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What will you talk about with your tablemates?
We'll talk about the Titanic! What else would we talk about?
We'll talk about our families.
It's the Titanic! Let's talk about my money.
I'll engage in some small talk about the weather.

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Titanic dance party
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Now that dinner's over, what are you planning to do?
I'll head to the saloon for a drink.
I'm exhausted. I'll return to my cabin.
I think I'll enjoy another spin on the dance floor.
I bet the stars are beautiful out tonight.

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Glass of water dinner
Unsplash by Ibrahim Boran
What sort of drink will you require with dinner?
Bubbly
Soda
Water
Coffee

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Poker
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You've been invited to a game of poker. Will you join in?
Gambling is not my style.
I have a terrible poker face.
Sure! Ante up!
I would rather play Rummy.

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Turkish bath
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Will you take advantage of the relaxing heat lamps they're offering in the Turkish baths tonight?
It's tempting, but I'm too tired.
Yes, please.
No, but I could go for a shower.
I'm going to try to join in a game of checkers.

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oysters
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What kind of late-night snack will you order from the galley?
A small salad
A T-bone steak
More raw oysters
I hope they have fries.

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Write in bed
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Before you retire for the evening, what's the last thing you'll do?
Have a nightcap
Say goodnight to my new friends
Try to spend some time in the wheelhouse
Write in my ship's log

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Ship porthole
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Will you sleep with your porthole open or shut?
I will require a fan.
I'll leave it open so I can enjoy the ocean breeze.
It needs to be closed and covered.
Are we talking about my mouth? Because I sleep with my mouth open.

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Too loud
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You can hear the band playing from your cabin. What are you going to do?
I'll demand a new suite.
It's fine. I'm tired. I'll be out soon anyway.
I will insist the band stop playing immediately.
Maybe they have some earplugs I can borrow.

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Breakfast in bed
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What's the first thing on tomorrow's agenda?
I'll hit the gym.
The squash court looks fun.
I'm going to sleep until lunch.
I'll order breakfast in bed.

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