1.   His administration has earned low marks for its economic policies.

2.   A CLEVELAND firefighter has earned top marks in a tough examination.

3.   PUPILS from a Darlington school have earned top marks in a national competition.

4.   And though those courses have earned high marks from students, Bitterli said, they have won more praise from e-commerce executives.

5.   As a boss, Davis earns high marks as a policy wonk and a good idea man who welcomes lively debate and brainstorming sessions.

6.   As a motorcycle builder, Suzuki earns top marks, especially for its hyper sport bikes.

7.   As chief of staff, she earned high marks within the administration for being decisive and for her fierce loyalty to Whitman.

8.   As provost at Brooklyn College, Kimmich earned high marks for working closely with the faculty, but he did not have a reputation as a forceful leader.

9.   But Rudd also earned high marks yesterday for fuel mileage on a racetrack where handling and horsepower were thought to be the winning ticket.

10.   But to earn high marks, buyers must crack the books.