When you walk into a room full of strangers, it can be hard to figure out how to break in. Watching people you don't know talk and laugh with each other may seem intimidating. But each person there is an individual, just like you, and they're all just trying to get to know people and have a good time. A lot of people dread having to make small talk with strangers, but there's another way to look at mingling. If you can come to the situation with a real desire to get to know people, meeting and chatting with them will suddenly seem a lot more interesting and enjoyable. Think of each party or gathering as an opportunity to meet people with all sorts of intriguing histories, interests and passions. Remember, everyone has something to teach you. Engaging with and connecting to other people is fun. That's why people have parties in the first place. Before entering the event, prepare and remind yourself to do some of the following things:  Dress appropriately so you do not worry about being over or underdressed. The right clothes can boost your confidence and be a conversation starter. Brush your teeth and freshen up so you do not have to worry about your breath or cowlick. Try to be rested. Take a nap if the event is later in the day. It's a lot harder to mingle when you're tired. Eat a meal before you go. You'll feel more energized and you'll be less likely to eat or drink too much at the party. Don’t drink too much. Sometimes people think they need alcohol to loosen up. While a little can help, too much can be detrimental. Remember to take it easy and drink water between drinks. Take a few deep breaths to center yourself. Remind yourself that you were invited for a reason: to mingle and have fun. If you're lucky, there will be a few people at the social gathering you'd like to get to know better. Don't be afraid to exchange numbers so you can hang out at a later time. Next time you both find yourself at the same party, you'll have someone to talk to.
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One-sentence summary -- Look at everyone as an opportunity. Be genuinely interested. Resolve your self-consciousness. Exchange contact information between people you connect with.

Q: Use clean shears or a sharp knife, and be careful not to pull too hard on the roots. This helps to ensure that you only replant flowers with young, healthy root systems. The technique is the same whether you are using a liquid or powdered hormone, or a natural alternative. Simply dip the roots into the solution to coat them. Shake off any excess powder or liquid. This is especially important if you will be potting the daisies or replanting them in a new location. The solution works to kill fungus and diseases so they don’t transfer to the new space.  Gently swish the roots of each new section around in the bleach water. Swish the roots in a bucket of plain water to thoroughly rinse off all of the bleach. You can rinse the roots in tap water, unless you use a water softener. Softened water has salt in it, which may damage the roots. In this case, use distilled water instead.
A: Trim the roots of each new section so they're about 3 inches (7.6 cm) long. Dip the roots of each new division into the rooting hormone. Dip the roots of each new section into the bleach solution and then rinse.

Article: Biology textbooks have really good questions at the end of each chapter that reinforce the concepts that you need to understand from the material. Try answering the questions and see how many you can get through. Take note of the questions that are more difficult to answer. Revisit your notes on these topics and/or reread that part of the chapter.  If you're having a lot of difficulty answering these questions, seek extra help from your classmates or teacher. Avoid walking out of class and forgetting about everything you just learned. Reviewing your notes later that evening or the next day can help you synthesize what you have learned. When reviewing, ask yourself if everything makes sense. If something stands out that confuses you, reread the material on that concept in your textbook. If it still doesn't make sense, ask your teacher about it in the next class. Because biology can be difficult for many students, you must put in the time to do well. If you set aside time every night or every other night for biology, you will get into the good habit of frequently studying. You will thank yourself later when you don't have to cram for the exam because you have been reviewing everything this whole time.  Stick to your study schedule and make it a habit. If you skip 1 day, be sure to get back on track the next day and not let yourself slip into not studying multiple days in a row. Even if you're busy, plan to spend 15 minutes per day reviewing your notes. This can make a big difference! Creating mnemonic devices can be really helpful when studying biology. For instance, you could create a mnemonic to help you remember the order of the substrates in the Krebs cycle. A phrase like, “Citrate Is Krebs Starting Substrate For Making Oxaloacetate” can make it easier to remember Citrate, Isocitrate, Alpha-Ketoglutarate, Succinyl CoA, Succinate, Fumarate, Malate, Oxaloacetate. If you have access to exams from previous years, try taking them and see how much of you get right. If you don't have access to these, study your quizzes and previous tests for an idea of the types of questions you will get asked.  Answering questions from old tests will give you an idea of what you need to keep studying and what topics you have mastered. You could also make up your own quizzes to test yourself on the material. Focus on the concepts you have the most difficulty with. This helps you process the information in a meaningful way, instead of just trying to memorize it.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Answer the questions at the end of each chapter. Review your notes within a day of each lecture. Set aside time specifically for studying biology. Use mnemonic devices. Study old quizzes and exams before tests.

Article: Use a large pot on an outdoor heat source, such as a campfire or propane grill. Pour at least 6 gallons (23 L) of water in the pot and heat it until it comes to a rolling simmer. Don’t let the water boil or else it could damage your traps. If you plan on dyeing more than one trap, then use 12 gallons (45 L) of water instead. Logwood is a natural dye that helps darken your traps so they turn black. Once the water’s simmering, pour in 1 pound (0.45 kg) of logwood dye and stir it with a spoon or stir stick. Wait until the dye is thoroughly mixed with the water before moving on.  You can buy logwood dye online or from outdoors stores. Logwood dye comes as powder or crystals. Either type will work for dyeing your trap. Make sure the trap is completely submerged in the dye solution. Bend the end of the wire slightly so you can hook it over the edge of the pot. Check the trap every 15 minutes to see how dark the color is. Soak the trap for up to 1 hour until its black before removing it. Wear heat-resistant gloves while working with the dye solution. That way, you protect your hands from getting burnt or stained. Grab the end of the wire and lift the trap out of the dye solution. Shake off any excess solution until the trap doesn’t drip anymore. Hang the trap by the wire outside on a branch or wooden post so it can dry completely. Once the trap is dry, it’s ready to be waxed. Save the dye solution if you plan on using it for waxing your traps.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Bring 6 US gal (23 L) of water to a simmer. Mix 1 pound (0.45 kg) of logwood dye into the water. Set the trap in the dye and let it soak for up to 1 hour. Pull your trap out and hang it up to dry.