thanks for the responses - seems like that is a dead end, and getting
to amateur radio a little too hardcore for me and my gf - i really
couldnt see her studying up for the license!

The questions used on the tests come from a 'question pool' -- complete with the
answers -- that is provided to the public by the FCC. And all the questions are
multiple-guess to boot. It's never been easier. Check out QRZ.com



*wishes frank the best in selling that story to the girlfriend*