Having copies on hand will enable you to make use of your document on the spur of the moment.  Use your personal data sheet as a foundation for completing job applications and other forms. If you are sight-impaired, being able to present your personal data sheet whenever it's needed will cut down on the confusion of making sure names are spelled correctly and important data is not transposed. If their services are needed, chances are your emergency contact(s) will need access to the information provided on your personal data sheet.  Save time and worry in an emergency by ensuring they are prepared in advance. Review your personal data sheet each time you make use of it to ensure that all information is accurate.  Remember that your references may have moved, changed positions, or otherwise altered their contact information, so keeping your sheet up to date may require some regular research work.
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One-sentence summary -- Carry copies of your personal data sheet. Share a copy with your emergency contact(s). Keep your information up to date.


Meanwhile, arrange the lobster tails on unheated broiler pan rack.  The broiler will need to preheat for 5 to 10 minutes in order to get adequately hot. Most broilers only have an “on” setting, but if you have a broiler with “high” and “low” settings, set it to “high.” If you do not have a broiler function on your oven, set the bake temperature to 500 degrees Fahrenheit (260 degrees Celsius). Give it 15 to 20 minutes to preheat completely. Keep the tails in a single layer. Do not stack them together. Sprinkle the meat evenly with paprika, salt, and black pepper. The paprika, salt, and pepper, can be used even if you are using a butter sauce or a stuffing, or they can be used without either option. If you prepared a butter sauce, brush it evenly over the exposed meat of the tail using a pastry brush. Rub the butter sauce over all sides of the meat, including the bottom. Lather a large amount on the top, however, so that the top of the meat browns better in the broiler. The meat should turn opaque, as well. This will usually take about 10 to 11 minutes.  Precise broiling times vary depending on the weight of the lobster. It takes roughly 1 minute to cook every 1 oz (30 g) of lobster tail. The lobster tails should be placed roughly 4 to 9 inches (10 to 23 cm) away from the upper broiler coils of the oven. Watch the lobster tails carefully as they broil. When they overcook, they take on a rubbery texture. Once finished, the lobster meat should reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit (63 degrees Celsius). This can be checked with an instant-read meat thermometer. Note, however, that if you plan on stuffing the lobster tails, you will need to remove them from the broiler roughly 1 minute before they are done. If you made stuffing for the lobster tails, spoon it in equal amounts into the space between the flesh and the shell. Continue broiling for 30 to 60 seconds, or until the stuffing turns light brown. Shove the stuffing into the slits of the shell and beneath the meat. It should be fairly well packed. The lobster tails should be removed from the oven and transferred to individual serving plates while still hot. You can also serve the lobster tails with wedges of lemon on the side for a pretty display.
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One-sentence summary -- Preheat the boiler. Season the exposed meat. Drizzle with butter sauce, if desired. Broil until lightly browned. Stuff the lobster tails and continue broiling, if desired. Serve immediately.


Check any syllabus, calendar, or notes from class that direct you to read a section or sections from your textbook.  Ideally, you should give yourself at least 5 minutes per page of assigned textbook reading. If you are a slower reader, you may need to give yourself additional time to read. Before you begin reading or taking notes, preview the chapter.  Most textbooks are broken into more easily-digestible sections that are often topped with headings.  Previewing the chapter and looking at the headings and subheadings from beginning to end can give you a sense of the length and trajectory of the chapter.  You may also cue into keywords as you are reading if you have seen them in bolded subheadings later in the chapter.  Also look for any words that are presented in bold.  These are often key concepts or vocabulary words that are defined within the chapter or in the glossary. If there are not headings or subheadings in your textbook, read the first sentence of each paragraph. Many students ignore or skip over information in boxes or charts within the chapter. This is a bad plan, however; that information is often key to understanding or reviewing the chapter’s main concepts.  Looking at the supplemental material (and reading the captions below pictures or charts) can help you focus on key information while you read. Review questions are given to ensure that students have taken away “big picture” or essential concepts from a selection of text.  Reading these review questions ahead of time can help focus your attention to the most important aspects of a chapter.
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One-sentence summary -- Know your assigned reading. Read over chapter headings and subheadings. Look over supplemental charts, graphs, or informational charts. Read “review questions” at the end of the chapter or section.


You’ll hear a number of important announcements being made in train stations as you travel. It’s important that you know, or can look up, the basic terms of, “boarding,” “on time,” “schedule change,” and “delayed.” A translation book will also help you because you can use it to ask for directions or assistance if you get lost. Even though the final schedules are only posted 30 minutes or so before departures, it’s a good idea to get to the station at least 10 minutes before the postings. Some stations are quite large and it may take a while for you to find your exact track amidst the hustle and bustle of the crowds. Although rail travel is generally safe, pickpockets and other thieves still like to prowl around stations looking for easy marks. Keep your important paperwork, such as your passport and rail pass, in a money belt or close on you. Maintain a firm hold on your luggage and watch it even after you’ve stowed it away. Some stations offer luggage lockers or checking services, which can be a great option if you plan a round-trip. It’s important to know the exact name of your destination station, not just the city name. Many large cities have numerous suburban stops that can confuse you if you are uncertain. Stay patient and look at the window for the signs indicating the station’s name. Also, listen for arrival announcements over the loudspeaker. If you get off at the wrong stop, you might be able to hop right back on if the train is still sitting at the station. Otherwise, go to the ticket counter to see when the next train or bus departs for your final destination.
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Learn common transportation words or bring a translation book if you don’t know the language. Get to the station early. Protect your valuables. Get off at the right stop.