"Qui" also takes the subjunctive (1) If its clause is in the oratio obliqua; (2) If its clause is dependent on a subjunctive mood; (3) If it is used with an indefinite meaning; (4) If it expresses a consequence, or a purpose. For more rules see No. I. of this Magazine. 1. Give the genders of the following nouns:-Bois, vérité, bonheur, colère, honte, beurre. 2. Give the plural of feu, bleu, égal, régal, général, portail. 3. Give the first person future of envoyer, veulent, craignirent, meurent, rimes, vegu. 4. Give the French of-Does he not go away? 5. Give three conjunctions which require the subjunctive. 6. Give the corresponding English of (1) Retenir par cœur. (2) A beau jeu beau retour. (3) Cela n'est pas de mon ressort. (4) Le terme vaut VII. French Language, Bois, masc.; vérité, fem. ; bonheur, masc.; colère, fem. ; honte, fem.; beurre, masc. Feux, bleus, égaux, régals, généraux, portails. J'enverrai, nous enverrons; je voudrai, nous voudrons; je craindrai, nous craindrons; je mourrai, nous mourrons; je rirai, nous rirons; je vivrai, nous vivrons. Ne s'en va-t-il pas. Quoique, bien que, pourvu que. (1) To remember by heart. (2) One good turn deserves another. (3) That is not in my department. (4) Time is money. l'argent. 7. Translate into French: The air was SO fresh and balmy that all the passengers remained on deck during the night. At six in the morning I was awakened by a confused humming. I opened my eyes and saw all the pilgrims crowding towards the prow of the vessel. I asked what it was. They said it was Mount Carmel. I instantly rose from the plank on which I was stretched, and eagerly looked out for the sacred mountain. Every one strove to show it to me, but I could not see anything on account of the dazzling of the sun, which now rose above the horizon. L'air était si frais, si embaumé, que tous les passagers restèrent sur le pont pendant la nuit. A six heures du matin un bourdonnement confus me réveilla. J'ouvris les yeux, et je vis tous les pélerins qui faisaient foule vers la proue du vaisseau. Je demandai ce que c'était. On dit que c'était le Mont Carmel. Je me levai aussitôt de la planche où je m'étais étendu. Je cherchai vivement la montagne sacrée. Tout le monde tâche de me la montrer, mais je ne pus rien voir à cause de l'éclat du soleil, qui se montrait alors au-dessus de l'horizon. CHAPTER VIII. REVIEW OF THE OCTOBER (1872) PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION FOR SOLICITORS. WITHOUT making any prefatory remarks we proceed to review and criticise the October Preliminary Examination Papers. Composition.] We have seldom seen a "happier" set of subjects; for they suggested to the various minds some very interesting ideas. We cannot find space to treat seriatim of the different topics; but we may remark, that there was indeed ample opportunity for candidates to parade their powers of writing themes. Those who have a "mechanical" turn of mind no doubt selected "The Electric Telegraph," and treated of it from a scientific point of view, while others, who prefer to look at the result rather than the cause, might have expatiated with considerable force on the great advantage the telegraph has been in the advancement of commerce and the blending of kindly feeling between the nations of the civilized world. But those who have just left school and have neither a very extensive vocabulary nor too many ideas to throw away, were able to write upon subjects more genial to their situation. Such subjects were "Your Native Town," " How to enjoy a Holiday," and "Novels." "Music" and "Flowers" suggest florid language. One "soothes the savage breast," the other "calms the mind." Those who selected music might have discussed the question as to the influence sweet sounds have upon the mind, and also criticized the leading lyrical stars of the day! So much for composition. English Language.] For years past we have invariably anticipated the majority of the questions set for this examination. But on the last occasion we were particularly fortunate, for we not only anticipated all the questions, but our pupils as usual responded to our exertions by studying to our complete satisfaction. Most of the questions may be traced to our note books, which were compiled quite five or six years ago. Many of them however were never asked before; but knowing, as we do, the precise routine of the examination, we were able to tell the kind of questions which were likely to be asked. For instance, candidates were required to explain in could. Well, that certainly has not been asked before, but not a pupil of ours has ever gone into the examination without knowing it, and at last we are rewarded. But this is but one instance, for our D D pupils are always supplied with innumerable points; in fact, the last question, which is perhaps the most difficult, they found the easiest. Though the points are peculiar, yet when once known they are not easily forgotten. We think the paper on the whole is not easy; indeed it is a fair specimen of those usually founded on this branch of the examination. It is necessary that candidates should possess a very general and exact knowledge of the orthography and etymology of the language. English History.] The English History, and indeed nearly all the other questions, usually necessitate our giving very long answers; but, with only a few exceptions, it is not so on this occasion. The questions appear to have been set with some skill, inasmuch as a knowledge of all the periods of English History is necessary to answer them satisfactorily. A correspondent recently asked us what we meant by "periods." "Did we mean a reign?" No-a dynasty. In order that a candidate may answer question seven properly he ought to be allowed about one hour, unless the Examiner is satisfied with twenty words; but does not the question savour of an elaborate answer. Candidates are requested to describe and contrast the foreign policy of Elizabeth and Cromwell—an excellent topic for a theme of eight or nine pages. We can remember the time when questions necessitating but brief answers were asked; but, since the style of the Examination is becoming better known, the Examiners have to be prepared to meet the emergency. Geography of Europe and of the British Isles.] There is nothing in this paper that calls for special notice. The last question is very long, and we therefore hope that every candidate was able to answer half of it to his satisfaction. We need scarcely say again that the paper presented nothing new to us. All the geographical terms as well as very many more points are always anticipated; indeed, our class had been over the same work many times before the day of Examination. We conclude this subject by merely wishing the Examiners would allow three hours instead of two for answering the Geography and History questions, for, although our pupils always get on very well, they complain that the papers are often taken away from them when perhaps they are just finishing an answer. Arithmetic. We were again very fortunate in anticipating the questions in arithmetic, for some of them had not been given for many months. Our pupils feel that they have acquitted themselves very well indeed. Elementary Knowledge of Latin.] Few candidates ought to have neglected to answer these questions. It is true that one or two are not easy, but, on the whole, we do not remember seeing an easier paper on this subject. French.] This paper is well calculated to test a candidate's knowledge of French Grammar. We find it necessary to state that, though we answer the questions on French Grammar, only those candidates who offer themselves for examination in French are required to answer them. CHAPTER IX. The Editor will be glad to receive COMMUNICATIONS from students and others. They must be addressed "Care of the Publishers," and will, in every instance, receive the attention they merit. A. MANORY D. (sic).—The questions set for the Bar "Preliminary" are never published. We have, however, a large number of the questions, and if you think fit to call upon us, we will allow you to take copies. Why did you withhold your address? S. P. C. (Hull).-" Elementary Latin" is a compulsory subject. If you elect to be examined in German you will certainly not be required to answer questions on French grammar. ENQUIRER (Aberystyth).-We fear that the circular issued by the Law Society must be very vague, for we are continually being asked to supply additional information. Please understand that Elementary Latin is a compulsory subject, but that every candidate has the option of offering himself for examination in some Latin, Greek, French, German, Spanish or Italian work selected by the special Examiners. I**c (Hull).-We remember receiving a note from you, but have unfortunately mislaid it. Please write again, and we will reply through the post to save time. You need not give your address unless you like. PHILOPEMEN.-Flavius Philostratus, the Greek rhetorician, is chiefly remembered as author of the marvellous "Life of Apollonius of Tyana," which he wrote at the command of the Empress Domna, and of the "Lives of the Sophists." F. R. E. (Leeds).-Thanks for the suggestion. We shall treat of the subject in due course. O. R. (Gloucester).-It was Gower's Confessio Amantis which was sold in July last for 6701. It bears the following inscription: "Enprynted at Westmestre (sic) by me William Caxton, and fynysshed the iid day of Septembre, the fyrst yere of the regne of Kyng Richard the Thyrd." It was once the property of Harley, Earl of Oxford. H. H. (Ashburton).-As you say you have kept a copy of your question, we need only answer "Yes." DIAVOLO.-The questions you have sent us are very useful and likely to be asked. FRANK (Huddersfield).-It is rather difficult without examining you virâ voce to recommend a course of study for your guidance. Send your name and address and we will reply fully! GWYNEDDIGION (Ruthin).—Owen Jones, the Welsh antiquary, collected and published "The Archæology of Wales," and the "Poems of Dafydd ap Gwillym." G. R. V. (Kensington).—(1) Gaydon is in Warwickshire, three miles from Kingston. (2) You are correct. STUDENS.-It is one place, but the orthography of the word is doubtful. I. S. W. (Rugby).- We thank you for the book. It will no doubt be found very useful by most students who are studying the subject. Attach your name to the next edition (!). You would not have cause to regret doing so. EXAM.-The question and answer may be seen in No. 3 of this Magazine. We do not wish to put you to the expense of purchasing the number; but we cannot find space here for the answer. E. P. M. (Guildford).— Madiswyl is in Bern, Switzerland. BOLINBROKE.-" To" is the appropriate preposition after "conformable." Addison sometimes used "with." We say "independent of" (not from), and “derogatory to" a person or thing; but we derogate from authority. C. P. (Oxford).—As you have been a bonâ fide clerk to a solicitor for ten years, you need only be articled for three years; but you must pass the "preliminary," unless you obtain a judge's order dispensing with the examination in your case. A SUBSCRIBER.-We are very pleased you have adopted our suggestion. See further remarks in this number. 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