[Mpatl]

Well, I didn't pass the test. I think I need to buy Opera for Dummies. I thought I had a chance after I took it, but only 6 people were kept out of a group of 75 or so. It was a good experience though, and thanks to Freepers for their advice. I'll get them next year.

[Tijeras_Slim]

The only thing I know about Opera is what Twain said about Wagner... "It's not as bad as it sounds."

Good luck next time around.

[hole_n_one]

Well, I didn't pass the test.

Obviously, you didn't stay at a Holiday Inn as I suggested.

[Restorer]

I talked to one of the guys administering the test. I think you have to get 90% to pass the written. Only about 10% normally qualify, so your experience wasn't uncommon.

BTW, it's interesting that women who qualify have a significantly better chance of actually getting on the show. Women who try out do just as well as the men, but about 3 times as many men try out. So qualified women have about a 3 times greater chance of actually getting on the show.