Problem: Write an article based on this summary: State the name of the online dictionary. Introduce the word being defined. Indicate when the information was accessed. Conclude with the URL.

Answer: Italicize the dictionary name. You only need the name of the online dictionary, rather than the name of the original dictionary. Place a comma after the name. Dictionary.com, Type “s.v” before the word to introduce it. In Latin, "s.v." means “sub verbo,” or "under the word” in English. Do not capitalize the word, but surround it in quotations and place a comma after it. Follow the format below continuing with the “citation” example:  Dictionary.com, s.v., "citation," Introduce the information with the word “accessed.” Include the month, day, and year. Insert another comma.  Dictionary.com, s.v., "citation," accessed December 1, 2012, Insert the URL without any special introduction. Finish with a period at the end.  Dictionary.com, s.v., "citation," accessed December 1, 2012, http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/citation?s=t.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Buy or rent a carpet-cleaning machine. Vacuum the carpet. Pre-treat stained areas. Add water and cleaning solution to the machine. Plug in the machine and clean your carpet. Allow your carpet to dry.

Answer: The deepest stains and toughest odors can be removed with a carpet-cleaning machine, which uses hot water and a chemical cleaner to wash the fibers of your carpet.  Carpet-cleaning machines can be rented from home and garden stores, Walmart, and specialty vacuuming or carpet stores. Carpet-cleaning machine rentals come with cleaning solution and stain removal treatment. It's important to know what kind of carpet you have before renting a machine, so you can ensure that you use the proper cleaning solution for your carpet. You may also wish to hire a professional to come to your house and use the cleaner to clean your carpet for you. Make sure it is completely free of all loose dust and dirt before you start the deep cleaning treatment. Sweep the dirtiest parts of the carpet to kick up dirt before vacuuming. Most carpet-cleaning rentals come with a solution that is meant to be applied to stained areas before the deep cleaning is conducted. If you don't have a stain remover solution, spray stained areas with vinegar instead. Follow the directions that came with your machine to add the appropriate amounts of hot water and carpet cleaner.  In some cases the water and solution are each held in their own tank; as instructed, remove the tanks and fill them with water or cleaner. Make sure the tanks are properly fitted on the machine before proceeding. Run the machine slowly over the carpet, making sure to cover every inch. You may overlap areas that have already been cleaned to be sure you don't miss a spot. On some machine models you will see dirty water splash into a receptacle when the machine is working properly.  If the machine runs out of water or cleaning solution, turn it off and unplug it. Discard the dirty solution, rinse the tanks, and fill them with clean hot water and cleaning solution. Dirty solution may be poured into the toilet. Within a few hours it should look and smell good as new.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Understand how to use dropped quotes. Understand how to use full sentence quotes. Understand how to use block quotes. Understand how to use indirect quotes.

Answer: Dropped quotes are partial phrases taken from the middle of a piece of text. Dropped quotes are comprised of only a few words and give no information about the speaker. These must always be introduced within a sentence, and cannot comprise a complete sentence on their own.  Use a complete sentence to incorporate a dropped quote. Ex: As Rembrandt’s skill developed, he began painting landscapes that are “romantic and visionary” (Wallace 96). Use a short phrase to incorporate a dropped quote: Rembrandt’s landscapes are “romantic and visionary” (Wallace 96). As the name implies, full sentence quotes are created by quoting complete sentences that take up less than 4 lines. Although these are complete sentences, they cannot be used as stand-alone sentences in your paper. Introduce them with an additional complete sentence or a signal phrase.  Use a complete sentence to introduce a full sentence quote. Ex: Over the course of time Rembrandt’s work began to change and focus on different themes, but as Wallace points out: "Rembrandt’s great gift as an etcher lay in preserving a sense of spontaneity while scrupulously attending to close detail” (142). Use a signal phrase to introduce your full sentence quote. Ex: As Wallace states, “Rembrandt’s great gift as an etcher lay in preserving a sense of spontaneity while scrupulously attending to close detail” (142). Block quotes are multiple sentences quoted directly from a source which take up more than 4 lines in your paper, or no more than 3 if you are quoting verse. Because these take up a lot of physical space, they should be used sparingly with a maximum of 1-2 for a complete paper. Incorporate a block quote by adding a complete line space between your own content and the quote, and offsetting it by indenting the entire quote to the right a single time.  Introduce your block quote with a colon. Ex: According to Wallace: (add a line break here, and then indent the entire quote). Block quotes do not use quotation marks. You have already stated who the author is/what is being referred to in the introduction sentence. Add the in-text parenthetical citation after the period at the end of the quote, though. If your block quote is inside a paragraph, you don’t have to start a new paragraph at the end of it. Simply add another line break and begin writing along the left margin (with no indent). However, you will need to indent the second paragraph by an extra 0.25 in (0.64 cm) if you are citing more than 1 paragraph. Indirect quoting, or paraphrasing, is when you use a sentence from a source but change the wording slightly into your own words. This is useful when you cannot meet rubric requirements by quoting, or if you’ve quoted too much. Be careful to avoid plagiarism though by changing at least 50% of the sentence.  Change the structure of the sentence by moving clauses around. Aim to change at least half of the sentence into a new structure, but also make sure that the grammar is correct and the meaning of the sentence is still clear. You can use a thesaurus to exchange words with synonyms. Paraphrasing should only be done if you are certain that you understand the content you are copying. If you are unclear as to the meaning of the quote, you won’t be able to put it adequately into your own words. When you write your paraphrase, don’t look at the quote. Keep the meaning in your head and create a new sentence to match.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Write about what you want. Do your research. Consider your options and choose the one that best serves you. Be aware of things related to your goal that may affect you. Be flexible.

Answer:
Do this in a journal or a text document. This is particularly helpful if you're not entirely sure what you want to do, but just have a feeling about it. Writing regularly in a journal is a great way to keep in touch with yourself and to keep up to date on how you’re feeling. Many people claim that writing helps them clarify how they feel and what they want. Once you have an idea of what you want to do, do your research. Researching your goals will help you narrow down the best way to achieve them.  Reach out to people who have achieved goals similar to yours. They can provide you with helpful tips about what works, as well as what to avoid. Online forums like Reddit are a great place to look for discussions on most topics — particularly if you want an insider’s view on specific careers. Example: While writing your thesis you’re beginning to wonder what you’ll end up doing with it. Read about what others have done with similar degrees to the one that you’re pursuing. This might even help you gear your thesis towards publications or other opportunities that can help further your career. After you’ve done your research you’ll have a good sense of what each path and result will look like. This should make it easier for you to choose the path that will best serve you in achieving your goal. This includes being aware of things that may hinder you in your goals — in the case of thesis writing this may include mental exhaustion, lack of research, or unexpected work responsibilities. Your goals may change as you move toward them. Allow room for yourself, and as a result, your goals, to develop. That said, don’t just give up when it gets hard. There’s a difference between losing interest and losing hope!