Let us consider a few examples of regimina and similar works in various literatures. The earliest to draw our attention in this period are the Greek.

As both Heaven and Hell objectify themselves by or through motive or purpose, in thinking, speaking, and act or deed, we should study the process by which hellth perpetuates itself in hellish words and deeds, and contrast with it wholth does not worship at the altar of the false god Mars, hellish thoughts and deeds, nor his cohorts.

Rain was dashing upon the roof and against the windows; wind was romping an Aprilesque game around the house, lashing the roof with the long, lithe arms of that willow-tree, rattling the window sash […]

The second question raised is what conditions influence the abilities of incoming freshmen, as reflected in their Scholastic Aptitude Tests, given by the College Entrance Examination Board and available for most though not all academic institutions.