  We present low resolution optical spectroscopy for six cataclysmic variable
candidates and the old nova V888 Cen. We confirm the classification as
cataclysmic variable for LB 9963 and FQ Mon, while the other four candidates
turn out to be different type of stars. We discuss the individual spectra and
pay special attention to the mass transfer rate and disc temperature and
density of the three cataclysmic variables.
