Q: " This is a fairly casual, easy-going way to tell someone “hi” in Arabic.  Translated directly, this term means “peace.” When you say this phrase, you are making a nod to the full phrase “as-salam alaykom,” or “peace upon you,” yet shortening it for the sake of ease. As a shortened form, however, you would generally only use it with family or friends with whom you can speak informally.  In Arabic script, this greeting is written from right to left as: سلام Pronounce this Arabic greeting as sah-LAHM. " This is another casual way to say “hi” to someone with whom you are on close terms.  This interjection can be translated either as "hello" or "hi." It's a more secular greeting, so it is most common among non-religious speakers of Arabic or speakers who are greeting non-religious people. In Arabic script, this greeting is written from right to left as: مرحبا This greeting should be pronounced as MARR-hah-bah. " If someone meets you at your home, work, or another location, you should use this greeting to offer a welcoming "hello."  This greeting translates into “welcome,” but this “welcome” is usually used as an interjection rather than any other part of speech. As such, you would use it to say “Welcome!” to someone as he or she walks through the door. In Arabic script, this greeting is written from right to left as: أَهلا Pronounce this greeting as ah-lahn. " If someone greets and welcomes you with “Ahlan” first, this is the most appropriate way to greet that person in reply.  In essence, you are saying “welcome to you, too.” Use it in response to “ahlan” or “marḥaban.” In Arabic script, this greeting is written from right to left as: أهلا وسهلا You should pronounce this Arabic phrase as ah-lahn wah sah-lahn. " The former is a way to say “Hey, friend!” to a male, while the latter should be used to say the same thing to a female friend.  “Ahlan sadiqi” translates into “hey, male friend,” and “Ahlan sadiqati” translates into “hey, female friend.” The former greeting is only given to males while the latter is only given to females. In Arabic script, “ Ahlan sadiqi” is written from right to left as: أهلا صديقي Pronounce this greeting as ah-lahn sah-dii-kii. In Arabic script, “Ahlan sadiqati: is written from right to left as: أهلا صديقتي Pronounce this greeting as ah-lahn sah-dii-kah-tii. " This greeting is a common way to say “hello” on the telephone, but it is almost exclusively used for telephone conversations.  This Arabic interjection translates most directly into the English “hello.” In Arabic script, this greeting is written from right to left as: آلو Pronounce the greeting as ahl-loh.
A: Shorten your greeting to "Salam. Casually greet someone with "Marḥaban. Welcome someone with "Ahlan. Reply to a welcoming greeting with "Ahlan Wa Sahlan. Greet a close friend with "Ahlan sadiqi" or "Ahlan sadiqati. Answer the phone with "'āllō.

Q: Observe the cat for a few days. This way, you can determine its nature, especially when humans come close. Is the cat afraid or scared of people? Is it angry? If you think they may be dangerous you shouldn't try handling them. Instead, call animal control or a human society who will be able to professionally capture and handle the cat if you think they pose a danger. Cats communicate their feelings with body language that can be rather obvious. For example:  An angry or upset cat will have ears that are flattened back, dilated pupils, a tail which is switching back and forth, an arched back, and fur standing on end. The cat will typically be growling. This is a sign to back off. If it hasn't run away, a scared cat will typically lay flat or have its tail between its legs. Proceed with caution in trying to tame these cats. In contrast, a contented and relaxed cat's ears will be forward and alert, and its tail will be straight up in the air. Its fur will be flat (not standing on end), and the cat may even stretch, lay down, and roll onto its back. While you will not be close to the cat, you will be able to observe its overall health from afar.  Check to see if it looks skinny or bony. It may be hungry. Look at its fur to see if it looks healthy, or if it looks matted, patchy, bald, or otherwise unhealthy. See if the cat has any other obvious issues, such as limping, cuts, sores, or other problems. Feral cats and kittens are generally unvaccinated and carry a slight risk for carrying the deadly rabies virus. While very uncommon, rabies in cats can occur primarily in outdoor, unvaccinated cats and kittens. The symptoms of rabies can vary and may take months to develop after a cat or kitten was exposed to the virus.  Classic signs of rabies in cats and kittens include an ill cat (lethargic, not eating, weakness) and/or changes in behavior (aggressive, restless, disoriented, paralysis, seizures).  If you encounter a feral cat with these symptoms, call animal control and do not attempt to handle the cat or kitten.
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Get to know the cat's personality. Observe the cat's body language for cues. Observe the cat's general health. Stay away from cats with suspected rabies.