It's almost like I am on some type of probation and the current employer is testing me to see how I will react to certain situations. I know it sounds strange, but you would have to be in my shoes to see what I'm talking about. It's like retaliation but in an indirect way. If your past employer gave you a negative reference, either verbal or written, you wouldn't have gotten the job you have. The reason you feel like you're being tested is because you are.
Most employers consider the first few months on the job as introductory.
During this time, the employee is given training and his or her performance is observed. Some employers formalize this time as probation and a performance review is given at the end of the period. Lloyd has received the Certified Speaking Professional designation, a prestigious award earned by fewer than 300 speakers worldwide. However, this is not a magic date, and action based on poor performance can be taken at any time. I think you made a problem for yourself when you asked to see a copy of your former employer's reference.