3. Write down the superlatives of the following adjectives:-Maledicus, parvus, nequam, dives, vetus. Maledicentissimus; minimus; nequissimus; divitissimus or ditissimus ; veter rimus. 4. Write down the first person of the present and imperfect subjunctive active of canto, terreo, traho, eo, volo, possum, fero, fio, spondeo, disco. Present. Cantem; terream; traham; eam; velim; possim; feram; fiam; spondeam; discam. Imperfect. Cantarem; terrerem; traherem; irem; vellem; possem; ferrem; fierem; sponderem; discerem. 5. Write down the perfect and supine of veneo, prodeo, desino, pergo, consido, conscindo, intelligo, promo, fallo. Perfect. Venivi or venii; prodivi or prodii; desivi or desii; perrexi; consedi; conscidi; intellexi; promsi; fefelli. Supine. Venitum; proditum; desitum; perrectum; consessum; conscissum; intellectum; promtum; falsum. 6. Distinguish between the two verbs appello; the two edo; the two colo; the two educo; the two dico. TIE colo, colo, colavi, educo, dico, dico, dixi, dicavi, I take pains about; I dedicate. 7. Compound the following verbs with the prepositions specified :—capio, gradior, habeo, sedeo, salto, with in; patior, facio, teneo, with per; ago, emo, sedeo, with ad. Incipio; ingredior; inhibeo; insideo; insulto. Perpetior; perficio; pertineo. Adigo; adimo; assideo. 8. Translate the following into English : (1) Suscipienda bella sunt ob eam causam, ut sine injuria in pace vivatur. (2.) Difficile dictu est utrum hostes magis Pompeii virtutem pugnantes timuerint, an mansuetudinem victi dilexerint. (3) Esse oportet ut vivas, non vivere ut edas. (4) Ante senectutem curavi ut bene viverem, in senectute ut bene moriar. (1) Wars should be undertaken for this reason, that men may live without molestation in time of peace. (2) It is difficult to say whether his enemies felt more fear whilst fighting from Pompey's valour, or affection when vanquished from his clemency. (3) You should eat to live, not live to eat. (4) Before old age came on my care was to live properly; in old age it is to die properly. VII. French Language. 1. Give the plural of Régal, Sérail, clou, égal, général, bijou. Régals, Sérails, clous, égaux, généraux, bijoux. 2. When a compound word is composed in French of two substantives, joined by a preposition, which takes the plural? The first substantive: Ex. Des pommes de terre. 3. State what you know about " même." "Meme" is declinable when it means the “same,” as: Les mêmes lois. It is indeclinable when it means "even." Ex. Tout citoyen doit obéir aux lois, mène injustes. For further information, see 'Preliminary Examination Journal,” No. II. 4. What is the different meaning of "parler mal" and "mal parler”? "Parler mal," when you speak incorrectly; "Mal parler," when you speak il of anyone. 5. Give the English of "Allez vous promener; vous n'avez que faire ici.” “Donnez-lti une poignée de main; il a fait son début." Go about your business; you have no business here. Shake hands with him, he made his first appearance (his début). 6. Give the infinitive of faut, vaudrai, tint, dû, verront, naquit. Falloir, valloir, tenir, devoir, voir, naître. Translate into French. England is the southern and Scotland the northern part of the celebrated island Great Britain. England is greatly larger than Scotland, and the land is much richet and produces better crops. There are also a great many more men in England, and both the gentlemen and the country people are more wealthy, and they have better food and clothing than those in Scotland. The towns are also much more numerous and more populous.- Walter Scott. L'Angleterre est la partie méridionale et l'Ecosse la partie septentrionale de l'île célèbre, appelée la Grande-Bretagne. L'Angleterre est beaucoup plus grande que l'Ecosse; le sol y est bien plus fertile; aussi la récolte y est-elle meilleure. Il y a aussi beaucoup plus d'hommes en Angleterre; les citoyens et les paysans f sont plus opulents, mieux nourris et mieux vêtus que ceux d'Ecosse: les villes y sont également plus nombreuses et mieux peuplées. CHAPTER VI. REVIEW OF THE OCTOBER (1873) PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION FOR SOLICITORS, AND SUGGESTIONS AS TO PREPARATION FOR THE NEXT. HAVING for some considerable time reviewed each paper set at the various examinations, we shall make only general remarks on the present occasion. There can be no doubt that the papers this time are rather more difficult than those which have been set at the last four or five examinations; and it seems that the examiners think they must not be backward in so advanced an age-and that as the systems of education are becoming more complete, they must raise the standard of the examination. Students ought not to complain, for since many men have brought the "art" of learning to great perfection, their powers will enable them to elucidate points which their progenitors regarded as unsurmountable barriers." But though we are told that education fifty years ago was in a somewhat weak state, there were quite as many able and learned men in every profession as there are at the present day! The examiners endeavour, with considerable tact, to preserve the style of the examination, and this is a proof that it is effectual in ascertaining the proficiency of the candidates. Some of the questions, however, present innumerable difficulties to those who have received but a general education, while the specially-prepared men, of course, characterize the ordeal as a farce. We intended appending some suggestions as to preparation for the next February examination; but on consideration we think that one or two remarks ought to be sufficient, first, because we have dealt at great length on almost every point in previous numbers of this Magazine; and, secondly, bocause we feel somewhat fatigued after taking so many classes and writing so much in a few hours. We are even writing at a time when many hundreds of thousands are, or ought to be, relieving themselves from the toils of the day. Well, we strongly advise intending candidates, whatever they may do, to direct their attention to the salient features of a subject and not to waste their time in studying details-which they may do, however, when they have gained a clear view of a point. First plan and lay out the garden and then plant the choice exotics and lovely flowers. This is a simile which may easily be apprceiated. It would indeed be a waste of time to repeat in every number of this Magazine the suggestions which we have already made as to the preparation for this ordeal; and we therefore take the opportunity of remarking that any back number may be obtained of our publishers, for we always take care to print enough copies to supply, not only the immediate demands, but those which may be made from time to time. We can only say, in conclusion, that we shall at all times be most happy to answer any "moot" points, and that those students who may feel inclined to join our classes shall receive our earnest attention. We believe that the success which has for years past attended our pupils is too well known to need comment-hence we are saved the rather distasteful proceeding of resorting to egotism; but we may perhaps remark that we think, with no small amount of pride, of the many kind friends we have made throughout England and Wales. CHAPTER VII. CORRESPONDENCE. 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. E. M. T. (Wakefield).-The lines originally appeared in Chambers' Journal. ENQUIRER (Taunton).-The Examiners have not yet selected the "authors" for October, 1874. LEX (Plymouth).-"Respectu Computi Vice-Comitis Habendo' was a writ for respiting a sheriff's account, directed to the treasurer and barons of the Exchequer. B. A. (Oxford).-See Prelim. Ex. J. No. III. W. B. G. (Morpeth).-See Matthiæ's Greek Grammar, p. 81. ARTICLED CLERK (York).- Haynes's Outlines of Equity is substituted for Smith's Manual. M. B. L. (Holyhead).—You will see all these points fully explained in Nos. L. and IV. STUDENT (Winchester).—It is impossible without examining you to form an opinion as to your general proficiency. VIATOR.-Archbishop Tenison was translated from Lincoln. He died December 14th, 1715. T. K. (Bristol).—The work entitled "Icon Basilike" (sixwv Bacıλıxń, kingly image), which is said by Lord Shaftesbury (Characteristics, i. 193) to have contributed in obtaining for Charles I. the titles of saint and martyr, was no doubt written by Dr. Gauden, who in the reign of Charles II. received first the bishopric of Exeter and afterwards that of Worcester. FLEUR (Durham). - You should always endeavour to accompany such answers as "Yes" and "No" with an explanation, for the Examiners might set them down aswhat our pupils call-" shots." ANXIOUS (Whitehaven).—Bearing in mind what you say, we advise you to select "Latin." HISTORICUS.-When Lord Townshend was dismissed from his post of Secretary of State by George I., General Stanhope was appointed in his place. M. W. (Liverpool).—The same importance is attached to each subject,—hence we advise you to direct your attention to those in which you are most defective. L. C. (Newton Abbot).-1. You cannot use a better work. 2. 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