We spent as much time in lessons, but... It was not things like French or calculus.

[Or at least she assumes it wasn't, since she still has no idea what either is.]

It was more about manners and etiquette, history and diplomacy... Economic policy and proper leadership, military tactics. Then there was how to speak properly in public, as well as decorum. How to ride a horse, the art of needlepoint. Things of that nature.