Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Study cases and declensions. Learn verb mood. Understand deponent verbs.

Answer: The case gives a noun its distinct "role," essentially dictating to the reader/listener how that noun functions within the sentence. The case of a given noun does not change the meaning of that word. It simply changes the way that word acts or conveys meaning in the sentence. Declensions are the set of endings that are tacked on to nouns, pronouns, and adjectives in Latin to form a given case, which is often called the "case form" of a word. There are six regular cases used in the Latin language: five for nouns, and one that is used for some pronouns and adjectives.  Nominative is called the "subject case," meaning it refers to the person or object that comes before the verb.  Genitive shows one person's possession of an object. Dative is the case used for an indirect object. Accusative designates the direct object, usually after an action verb that has a receiver but occasionally used after a preposition. Ablative is used as an adverb, or in conjunction with prepositions and verbs. The special declension for pronouns and adjectives end in "-ius" in the genitive singular and usually end in "-î" in the dative singular. Mood is one of the qualifiers that determine the function of a verb. The mood of a verb may be thought of as that verb's "conditions of reality" for a given verb's action. The two most common moods that are used in Latin are indicative and subjunctive, though imperative is sometimes also used.  Indicative moods mean that the verb's action actually happened, is happening, or will happen. For example, in the sentence "I went to the store," the verb "went" describes an action that has actually taken place. Subjunctive moods mean that the verb's action takes some departure from reality, so to speak. An example of a subjunctive mood is a sentence in which you ask someone to imagine a hypothetical occurrence or set of circumstances. Those circumstances do not presently exist in reality, nor will they necessarily exist in the future, but they deal with potential or theoretical events. Imperative moods can be thought of as either commands, requests/wishes/prayers, or negative imperatives (a command or request to stop or avoid some given activity). Deponent verbs are one of the most difficult concepts to learn in Latin because there is no English language equivalent. Essentially a deponent verb is a verb that has a passive form with an active meaning. The closest example in English might be a scenario in which the sentence "The car was driven by Julian" would mean "Julian drove the car," despite the way it is constructed on paper or in speech. Deponent forms of verbs are very confusing to Latin students, but once you've memorized the tables of regular verbs you should develop an understanding of the passive forms in each conjugation. With practice and a firm understanding of passive verb conjugations, you will come to understand how a deponent verb form functions.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Stop drinking or chewing food or gum before taking a call. Answer the phone promptly. State your name and who you’d like to speak to when calling someone. Finish your call with a pleasantry. Leave a comprehensible and clear answering machine greeting if necessary.

Answer: Each of these sounds comes through to the caller on the other end of the line and they can sound annoying. Other bodily noises to avoid when answering or speaking on the phone include flatulence, burping, smacking your gums together, yawning, mumbling or making popping noises with your mouth. If you have no choice but to sneeze or cough, excuse yourself and quickly cover the phone's sound piece. If you are at a restaurant or in the middle of a meal, consider taking your phone call outside or letting it go to voicemail until you can talk to them without food in your mouth. A phone that continues ringing leaves time for people to wonder why you're so slow at answering it. When you eventually get around to picking it up, it's possible that they'll be annoyed because they've become a little impatient. This is especially important in a work or business context, but it can also matter on the home front. A good rule of thumb is not to let your phone ring more than 3 times. In a professional setting, it is very important to get straight to the point of your phone call, since most people are busy. Introduce yourself by name and ask for the person you need to speak to as soon as someone answers the phone. Try something like, “Hi, this is Hannah. I’d like to speak to Zachariah, please.” Even if your call could have gone better, try to end the phone call on a positive note by wishing the caller well. Tell them to enjoy their day, or even thank them for calling you. This is especially important in a professional setting, since your pleasantries could reflect how good of an experience the customer had. Say something like, “It was a pleasure talking to you, Jane.” or, “Thank you for calling WikiHow, have a nice day.” Your answering machine or voicemail is a form of greeting as much as is picking up the phone and answering it directly. Leave a message that is succinct, clear, friendly and makes an invitation for the caller to leave you a message, with a promise that you'll get back to them as soon as possible.  For example, try something like, “Hi, you’ve reached Gwyn Fravel of the Marketing Department. I’m not in right now, please leave me a message and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.”


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Dump the crumbs out of the oven. Allow the oven to dry.

Answer: Unplug the toaster oven and open its door.  Holding your toaster oven securely over the trash bin, tilt the open side of it toward the bin.  Tap it on the back once or twice to shake loose crumbs that might be lodged within. While all the racks and pans of your toaster oven are drying, keep the door of your toaster oven open after you’ve cleaned the inside.  This will allow it to air dry.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Look into the math and science curriculum in your school. Have your child participate in STEM related extracurriculars. Hire a tutor if necessary. Help your child manage stress.

Answer:
You want your child enrolled in as many math and science courses as possible. This will help him or her start developing the proper skill set for a career in medicine.  Look into any advanced placement classes your school offers. See if you can enroll your child in an advanced track that focuses on math and science. See if your school offers summer programs. Your child could take some additional math and science courses over summer break. If your school does not have summer courses, ask teachers and school officials for suggestions. They may know of local summer programs offered to children in your area. STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and math. These areas are important if your child wants a career in medicine.  See what extracurriculars are offered at your school. Ask your child, other parents, and teachers for lists of extracurriculars. Look for extracurriculars that focus on math and science. If your school has a science club, for example, this would be an excellent place for your child to develop his or her skill set as a doctor. Your child may struggle with certain subjects. As you want to make sure your child has an outstanding academic record, a private tutor can help. One-on-one attention can allow your child to succeed academically in all areas.  Figure out what type of tutor you need. Make sure the tutor you choose has experience teaching your child's grade level. If you're looking for a tutor in a specific subject, check a potential tutor's credentials in that subject. You can find tutors online, through friends, through your child's school, or through local branches of programs like Sylvan and Kumon. Meet with a variety of tutors before selecting one. You want to ask a variety of questions to make sure a tutor is a good match for your child. It can be stressful to pursue a career in medicine. The academic requirements are strict, so your child may frequently feel overwhelmed in school. Work on helping your child with basic stress management techniques.  Pay attention to how you talk to your child. You do not want to phrase anything in terms that encourage anxiety. Do not say, "If you don't get good grades, you will not get into a good school." This will stress your child out. Instead, say, "Good grades can help you succeed." Help your child manage his or her emotions. Allow your child to feel what he or she feels. Explain it's okay to feel angry, scared, or frustrated. Let your child know that he or she has a choice regarding how these emotions affect him or her. Try to give your child healthy means of expressing frustration and fear. Model good behavior. Try to manage stress effectively in your own life. Your child will learn a lot of good coping techniques by watching you.