Sentence examples for pose a test from inspiring English sources

Its contents, though innocuous, pose a test of Montgomerie's leadership.

Shell's renewed application will pose a test for President Obama, who promised to put safety first after the BP spill.

Kunduz will also pose a test of the Pentagon's hopes of minimizing Northern Alliance retribution and enticing southern Pashtuns to America's side.

The protesters' actions pose a test for a mayor who not long ago was on their side of the divide, shouting at the powers that be.

The lingering investigations will pose a test for Senator Jeff Sessions, Republican of Alabama, who has been nominated for attorney general.

The legal problems also pose a test for Stephen M. Cutler, the bank's general counsel, who is advocating for the bank to take a respectful approach with regulators.

Venezuela's turmoil poses a test of the region's political maturity.

The program posed a test for the immigration agency, known as U.S.C.I.S., which has not been known for brisk efficiency.

Now, two decades after the shooting for which Mr. Graham was condemned, this case poses a test of moral leadership for Gov. George W. Bush.

Despite an 86-67 Miami victory over Chicago in late February, the gritty, defensive-minded Bulls posed a test for the Heat.

But it also poses a test for President Obama - and the political arm of the White House - to help deliver a victory.