Problem: Article: There are many chemicals and herbal treatments sold as tick killers for pets. Many of these can be dangerous for young animals, or for small children who play with the pet. Talk to a veterinarian first if possible.  Use a treatment specifically for your pet's species (such as cat or dog). If small children or other pets are in the house, look for an oral medicine. Never use a treatment that contains an organophosphate. Check the ingredients for amitraz, fenoxycarb, permethrin, propoxur, and tetrachlorvinphos (TCVP). Dry heat will kill almost all ticks, but wet heat might not. After walking through areas with ticks, put your clothes through the dryer. Wash them afterward, then dry again. This chemical kills ticks faster than other insecticides, and is safer for humans. Spray it over your clothes before a hike, and on the inside rim of shirt sleeves and trouser legs.   Never use permethrin around cats. They can become sick and may even die.  Talk to your doctor first if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or allergic to ragweed.  Permethrin skin cream is not typically used for ticks.
Summary: Choose a pet treatment. Put clothes through the dryer first. Spray clothes with permethrin.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Listen to the audio CD while you are driving, during your downtime, and before bed. Pay attention to how the words are pronounced and say the words out loud.  You can purchase audio CDs online, from your local bookstore, or from a language learning center. Many phrasebooks and textbooks also come with audio CDs. Language-learning software, like Rosetta Stone or Speechace, is another great way to work on your pronunciation. It typically uses speech recognition technology to develop and improve your pronunciation. The cost of a language-learning software can range from $100 to $300. Look up the lyrics of popular Afrikaans songs. Print the lyrics out. First listen to the song and how the words are pronounced. Then follow along with your lyrics in hand. Finally, try singing along once you have the rhythm down.  Learn the lyrics of popular Afrikaans songs by musicians like Kurt Darren, Snotkop, Steve Hofmyr, Juanita du Plessis, Emo Adams, Bok van Blerk, and the like. Afrikaans podcasts are also a great way to listen to local radio stations in South Africa. Focus on the way the actors are speaking and how they are pronouncing certain words. If there is a word you are unfamiliar with, write it down. Look up the definition and pronunciation at a later time. To make it fun, watch the dubbed version of your favorite movie or TV series in Afrikaans like Lord of the Rings or Harry Potter. As you read out loud, do not be afraid to imitate the accent of a true native speaker, even if you think you sound silly. If you come across an unfamiliar word, write it down, look up its definition and pronunciation, and add it to your flashcards.  Some examples of common Afrikaans newspapers are Afrikaans News24, Die Burger (for Cape provinces), Volksblad (for Free State), Beeld, and Republikien Online. A few examples of well-known Afrikaans literary writers are Sheila Cussons, Wilma Stockenström, Karel Schoeman, Elsa Joubert, and Etienne van Heerden.

SUMMARY: Invest in an Afrikaans audio CD. Use a language-learning software. Learn the lyrics of Afrikaans songs. Watch Afrikaans TV shows and films with the subtitles (in Afrikaans) on. Read Afrikaans newspapers, magazines, and literature out loud.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Another reason why having an agent is beneficial is because it may give you access to exclusive auditions. This is typically the best way to audition for Disney Channel because you won’t be competing against a huge number of people and you’ll have less to prove that you might at a bigger open audition. Ask your agent to get you any auditioning opportunity that they can for Disney. Once in a while, Disney Channel’s casting directors will travel around the United States and hold open call auditions, where anyone within a certain age bracket can come and audition. Go to Disney Channel’s website and regularly check the “Open Casting Call” tab for information regarding upcoming open auditions. Disney channel auditions typically include at least a 1-minute comedic monologue of your choice. Practice your monologue extensively beforehand so that you can play the role correctly and express emotion, instead of just reading words off of the page. Also, time yourself beforehand so that you don’t have to focus on staying within the time limit during your audition.   Consider asking your drama teacher to help you select and practice your monologue so that your acting is as good as it can be for the audition. Ask someone to time your monologue for you when you practice it before your audition so that you can focus completely on acting. If you’re auditioning for a part that involves some singing, decide on a short part of a song to sing during the audition that you think really shows off your singing ability. Go with a song that’s age-appropriate and sing a section that best displays your vocal range. You may not be asked to do this, but it’s great to be prepared just in case you are. If you aren’t sure what song to sing, ask your singing teacher if they can help you decide. You can also ask your teacher to help you practice perfecting your pitch and tone before your audition so that they’re on point during it. Choreograph and practice a short dance routine to show to the casting directors if you’re auditioning for a part that involves both acting and dancing. While you might not be asked to dance, having a strong routine ready will likely impress the casting directors if they do ask you to. It’s a good idea to ask your dance instructor to help you with the choreography. You can also ask your teacher to watch your practice and help you polish the different movements within the routine. You have a brief moment to make an impression on the casting directors, so avoid one-word answers. Try to put your nervousness aside and be yourself. Talk to the casting directors like you would talk to your friends so that they can quickly figure out what kind of personality you have. To stand out, make the script your own. The casting directors don’t want to see if you can copy a current Disney Channel star, they want to see if you have something fresh to bring to Disney Channel.
Summary: Audition through an agency. Go to an open call audition for Disney Channel. Give a 60-second comedic monologue. Prepare to showcase your singing abilities in 30-60 seconds. Prepare a 30 or 60-second dance routine. Show your personality.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: An improper fraction is one where the numerator is a larger number than the denominator. Always simplify an improper fraction before writing the final answer. To simplify, divide the numerator by the denominator and write the remainder as a fraction.  For example: 10/3  Divide: 10/3 = 9 remainder 1 Write the remainder as a fraction: 1/3 A mixed number contains both a whole number and a fraction. It is the simplest form of an improper fraction. To write the mixed number, simply write the whole number and the fraction that was created by the remainder. For example: 10/3, 3 goes into 10 3 times with a remainder of 1. The mixed number is 31/3. Once you have multiplied through, you need to reduce the fraction. You can divide by a smaller number until the fraction is completely reduced. For example: Simplify the fraction 4/8. Divide both numbers by four to simplify. The simplest form of 4/8 is 1/2.
Summary:
Simplify the improper fraction. Write the mixed number. Reduce a fraction to its simplest form.