Trim the ends to make sure that the corn ears will fit easily in the microwave. Remove any very loose or dry leaves. Snip off excess silk. You may also want to take a damp paper towel and wipe dirt from the leaves although these will be removed later. Most microwaves will fit up to three ears at at time. If you have a very large microwave, you might be able to fit a few more. In order to ensure that the corn cooks evenly, each ear should be near the center of the microwave without touching the other ears.   To ensure even exposure and heating of each ear, arrange the ears in a triangle for three ears, or a square for four ears. Make sure the ears are not touching each other. Do not pile them up or let them overlap, or you may end up with under-cooked corn.
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One-sentence summary -- Trim the corn, if necessary. Place the ears in the microwave.


Before you can apply for permanent residency, you need to live in Russia as a temporary resident for 2 years. The timeframe begins after you’ve been formally granted temporary residency, not when you arrived in the country. Once you’ve had temporary residency for enough time – right now it's 2 years – you can apply for permanent residency. You should apply as soon as possible, because the prices for permanent residency can take 6 months. If you're denied, you'll need the other 6 months before your temporary residency runs out to reapply. You’ll have to confirm your temporary residency with the OVIR, and then fill out an application for permanent residency. The paperwork required will be similar to what you had to submit for temporary residency: your passport and visa, and information regarding your place of work or study, income, and medical insurance. Once the OVIR has accepted your paperwork, it will take them up to 6 months to give you an answer. If you're denied, you'll have to reapply for temporary residency. Then you'll need to be a temporary resident for 2 years before you can reapply for permanent residency.
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One-sentence summary -- Live in Russia as a temporary resident for 2 years. Apply for permanent residency as soon as possible. Fill out the required paperwork at the OVIR. Wait 6 months for a response.


This is most effective if you have access to a large group of people, such as a class of students or an office. Keep the questions basic so that you can get a good number of similar responses. For example, you could ask about favorite colors, or what they had for breakfast. Asking something more subjective, like favorite movies, will cause too much variation. If you don't have a group to survey, or you don't get enough similar answers, look online for common survey questions and responses. The host will need to be able to see the top 5 responses for each question in the game.
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One-sentence summary -- Write your own survey. Find online surveys. Create a master answer sheet.


This document certifies that, although you were convicted of an offense, you have since become a productive member of society and should not be penalized any further for your past.  There are strict standards for proving you are rehabilitated, and these standards differ from state to state. Generally you cannot have had any further brushes with the law and must be a responsible and law-abiding member of the community. Not all convictions can be cleaned up with a Certificate of Rehabilitation. For example, in California those with convictions of certain felony sex offenses are not eligible. You’ll want to include with your petition any documents that support your claim that you’ve been rehabilitated.  For example, if you’ve been working for the same employer since you were released or have earned an associate degree, documentation of these accomplishments should accompany your petition. Answer all questions on the form completely and honestly. Provide supporting documents to corroborate the statements you make. Some states also require letters from witnesses testifying to your character and rehabilitation since your release. Your petition for a Certificate of Rehabilitation should be filed at the court or parole board of the county where you live. In some states such as California you may be eligible for an appointed attorney if you can’t afford to hire one to represent you during this process. You will have a hearing scheduled in front of a judge who will review your petition and ask you questions about your claim that you have been rehabilitated.  At the hearing, the judge will hear testimony from witnesses about your conduct while incarcerated and while on parole, as well as your subsequent rehabilitation.   In some states such as California, if you are granted a Certificate of Rehabilitation, it is automatically transmitted to the governor’s office as an application for a pardon.   Some states such as Ohio may revoke your certificate if you plead guilty or are convicted of a criminal offense after the certificate has been issued.
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Determine if you are eligible for a Certificate of Rehabilitation. Gather any necessary records. Complete your petition. File your petition. Attend your hearing.