Problem: Article: You should always start with the title of the poem, as the title can tell you a lot as a reader. Determine what the title is telling you and what expectations the title creates for you as a reader. You can use the title as a jumping off point for analyzing the rest of the poem.  Maybe the title tells you about the subject of the poem, such as “Love and Friendship”, or the title labels the poem as a specific literary genre or type, such as “Ode to Melancholy” or “Sonnet 14.” Use the title as the first clue to what the poem might be about as well as certain themes or ideas in the poem. Write down your initial reaction to the title in the margins of the poem or on a piece of paper. What are your thoughts and expectations about the poem based on the title alone? Once you have read the poem several times, out loud and to yourself, you should try to identify the main subject of the poem. Try to answer the question, what or who is the poem about? Try to be as detailed and precise as possible when you answer this question. Avoid a general statement or a vague impression of the subject of the poem.  For example, perhaps you are trying to understand the poem, “I Hear America Singing” by Walt Whitman.  You may determine that the poem is about America, both as a larger idea and as individual people part of a nation, such as “the boatman, the mason, the carpenter, the mother.” You may also think the poem is trying to look at the uniqueness of each individual American, where “Each singing what belongs to him or her and to none else” as well as how this uniqueness contributes to the idea of America as one nation, united. You should consider the premise or situation of the poem. Determining the situation of the poem will help you get some grounding in the piece and situate yourself as a reader.  Ask yourself several questions, such as, What appears to be going on in the poem? Who is talking and to whom? Where is the poem taking place? Why is the poem being told? Does the poem have a turning point where the tone, focus, or rhyme scheme changes? For example, perhaps you are analyzing Langston Hughes’ poem “The Negro Speaks of Rivers.”  You may note that the speaker of the poem is “the negro” of the title and the poem is being told to help share the negro’s story and his history. You may realize that the poem is acting as a testament to the life of the negro, literally and figuratively. You should look for any allusions, or references to literary events or historical events in the poem, as well as known historical or literary figures. Often, these events or figures are in the poem for a reason. They may help to provide context for the poem and help you better understand the poem as a reader.  For example, you may notice that in Langston Hughes’ poem “The Negro Speaks of Rivers”, there are references to “the Euphrates”, “the Congo”, “the Nile”, “the Mississippi”, and “New Orleans.” Each of these rivers was important to black civilization, which helps the reader see the unity in black culture.  The poem also references the historical figure “Abraham Lincoln.” These references are important because they tell the reader about the history of “the negro”, placing the subject in the context of world history and American history. To get further context on the poem, you should also gather information about the author of the poem, or the poet. You may look up the poet online or at your local library. You can then use this context to help you determine the themes of the poem. Read up on biographical information about the poet, such as where they are from, the time period they were writing within, and their other poems or publications. You should also read general thoughts on the poet’s writing concerns and common themes that arise in their other poems.
Summary: Consider the title of the poem. Identify the main subject of the poem. Determine the key situation in the poem. Note any references to literary or historical events. Research some background on the author of the poem.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: When you brand yourself, you're choosing how you want to been seen by others in the work world.  Your brand incorporates what you do best and who you are.  Brainstorm a list of words that describe you--your persona, your outlook, your expertise.  Use these to form the basis of your marketing and advertising programs. Establish an online presence.  People will be searching for the kinds of services you offer, so you want to make sure you're online in a way that's professional and helpful.  Create a Facebook page for your business.  Post a professional-looking photo of yourself and post regularly about projects you are working on.  Include photos of your events as well.  (Be sure to get permission before posting any pictures that feature clients or guests.) Start a blog.  A blog can help you establish yourself as an expert in your field.  Post small "how-to" articles to help readers, talk about events you've been working on, trends you've noticed and news from your field. Open a Twitter account.  Start discussions, voice your expert opinion, made predictions about what will be hot this season--keep it interesting and upbeat. If you want people to know who you are and what you do, you have to put yourself out there.  Join professional organizations, attend trade shows and take part in continuing education seminars.  These are all great ways to make connections and to spread the word about your services. Consider forming alliances with others in related fields.  Ran into an amazing florist?  Met a great photographer?  Be sure to let them know what you do and stay in touch--they may have business they can send your way and vice versa. Some of the basics of event planning never change--you have to be a great communicator, experienced budget planner and flawless with details.  But styles change and trends need to  be followed so that you can keep the look of projects current and fresh.  Keep updating.  Read trade magazines to find out what's hot and take new classes and workshops to refresh your skills. Follow fashion.  Look at fashion, decorating and food magazines to learn what's in style.  See what's popular on Pinterest.  Staying up-to-date will help you avoid producing events that feel dated or stale.

SUMMARY: Decide what you want to be known for. Network. Keep chasing new ideas.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Your blanket may have an outer layer to protect the inner weighted material. It will be kept closed by a zipper or series of snaps. Undo these and carefully peel the outer layer from the blanket. Use a gentle or delicate cycle with cold water.  Use a small amount of liquid detergent. This usually goes into the central slot of the detergent dispenser on a front loader. Avoid bleach or whitening agents.   Depending on its size or thickness, the cover may need to be washed by itself. Alternatively, you can wash it with a few towels to keep the washer balanced. If this is a first wash or the cover has bright colours that run, wash the cover separately in a cold, gentle machine wash with 1 cup of salt to set the colours. Set your dryer to low heat or air fluff. To avoid crumpling, remove the layer from the dryer before it has finished drying and hang it out to complete the drying process.
Summary:
Remove the outer layer. Put the layer in the washing machine. Tumble dry this layer on low heat.