51.   But the scores have remained about the same for the past five years, said Maryellen Donahue, director of research, assessment and evaluation for the Boston schools.

52.   But the national debt would remain about the same.

53.   But the report also noted that some uncertainty remains about how natural cyclical factors influence climate change.

54.   Citizenship scores fell slightly, while reading scores remained about the same as last year.

55.   Clark said concerns remain about where to find the money to carry out the extra work the bill requires of federal agencies.

56.   Congolese officials and state companies are finding new interest from Western investors, though apprehension remains about official corruption.

57.   Considerable confusion remained about whether the Europeans would ultimately ask formally for U.S. help in strengthening and repositioning the peacekeepers.

58.   Construction is to begin, however, while several uncertainties remain about costs and schedules.

59.   Despite a general feeling that the confrontation had eased, some confusion remained about whether all those detained had been released.

60.   Despite the idealistic intentions of many of the people involved, questions remain about the amount of money the artisans are paid.