In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Caulk guns cost between five and ten dollars at any home improvement store. Make sure you get one that is made of heavy duty metal. Solid-shaft caulk guns produce very smooth lines and generally get better results. Solid-shafts are a better choice than notched-shaft caulk guns. Trimming the nozzle allows the caulk to flow freely out of the tube. You can control the size of the caulk line, also called the “bead,” when you make the snip. The further down on the nozzle you make the cut, the wider the bead will be. For quick, basic jobs, trim the end of the nozzle straight across.  Cut the nozzle at a 45-degree angle if you need more precision and control. Check inside the nozzle for a foil seal. If it does have a foil seal, use something sharp and narrow (like a long nail) to puncture it. There will be a long, hooked rod on the end of the gun. Pull it all the way back. This will open up the gun so you can insert the caulk tube. Situate the tube base into the gun first. Then tilt the nozzle end of the tube into the top part of the gun. Turn the hooked rod so that the hooked part is facing up and the side with the teeth is facing down. Gently squeeze the trigger to get the caulk flowing and then it’s ready to use. Apply gentle and steady pressure to the trigger. Caulk will begin to flow. Pull the caulking gun along the line or area to be caulked. Keep squeezing the trigger gently as you go to ensure a continuous release of caulk. Move the gun at a steady speed. The caulk will form "beads" as it emerges. Try to get one continuous, even bead along each length.  Keep a damp rag (dipped in water or mineral spirits) handy, for fast wiping of mistakes. It is always better to use less caulk than too much. You can always add more on a second pass. To stop the flow of caulk, press the button under the shaft behind the needle. This will relieve tension to the gun and avoid a mess. Don't run the length of the bead any longer than around 5 feet (1.5 meters) before stopping and assessing your work for neatness. If the caulk bead already looks neat and uniform, leave it alone. If it needs to be smoothed out, use a caulking tool, a putty knife, your finger (dampen it first) or a damp rag to pull along the joint and press the caulk smooth.  It is far easier to neaten caulk as you go, while it is still damp. Get to it within two to five minutes of application for best results. If you don't stop frequently to neaten the caulk, the earlier portions might dry before you can neaten or mend errors. You’ll have to scrape off dried caulk if you want to neaten it. The tape needs to be pulled up before the caulk dries. Lift the edge of the tape up slowly. Pull it away from you and at a 45-degree angle. Do this carefully and try to avoid touching the fresh caulk. You can pull the tape up immediately after you create the bead if you like, but definitely get it up within a few hours. If you go any longer, the caulk could skin over. Allow the caulk at least 24 hours to cure before disturbing it or getting it wet.
Summary: Get a high quality caulk gun made of sturdy metal. Cut the caulk tube’s nozzle to the desired bead size. Insert the caulk tube into the gun. Place the nozzle tip on the spot where you need to begin caulking. Check the neatness of your bead. Pull the painter’s tape up.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: You will need to assess the environment in which the debate is held before you can know which  speaking volume will be most effective. If there is a mic you are expected to use, you should check its volume before beginning your speech. Smaller rooms can benefit from a warm, conversational tone, while large presentation halls may require a louder than normal speaking voice. You will also be judged on how you integrate your body language with your speech. Identify emotional shifts in your speech and match these with the appropriate posture and gestures. Three key aspects of your appearance are:   Posture: avoid slouching or lazy posture, as these can be interpreted negatively. A straight-back, feet shoulder width apart, attentive but at ease stance will make it easy for you to transition to other gestures/postures throughout your speech.  Gesture: make sure there is enough variety in your gestures; repetitive motions can hurt your score. Keep your gestures above the waist so that each can be easily seen.  Eye contact: it is generally expected that you will have to consult notes for specific figures and certain points, but maintaining strong and consistent eye contact is expected throughout your debate. You should practice speaking and scanning your notes before your debate. For you to properly refute inaccurate information, rebut a point, or address a counterargument, you will need to address specific points in your opposition's case. Check the other team's statistics against your own and jot down any information that seems false, incomplete, or mis-portrayed. Framing can drastically change the way information is interpreted by an audience, and if you have the last word, framing can be an effective tool to change a negative opinion to a positive one. You may want to re-frame the obvious counterexamples that the opposition is likely to use, so that you have a strong refutation partially prepared. The point, "School uniforms restrict students' individuality," might be re-framed, "School uniforms prevent individuality from negatively impacting the learning of all students." For your proposition to be accepted, you will need to convince the jury that your plan (motion) is the way to go. This will require you to defend it against the opposition while making points in favor of your proposition. Classically, debate has objectives that are considered strong proof of a superior argument. Though these can take many different forms, there are three customary ways to win a debate as the opposition:  Prove that the problem solved by the motion does not exist. Prove that the motion proposed does not solve the problem. Prove that the motion is not the appropriate way to solve the problem and/or that the plan proposed brings more negative consequences than benefits. This is especially useful if you are the third speaker, as it can shift attention away from other, more important points you have raised. This can also return attention to the main thrust of your argument. However, you should not make any new arguments at this point, as this is oftentimes judged negatively. Though you are still allowed to attack or defend any argument from a new perspective. Identify and take note of the key arguments of the other team. Unraveling these will earn you points in refutation and put the other team on the defensive. You will need to refute the arguments of the other side while rebuilding any of your own points. An effective way of doing this during the debate is to ask the following questions:  Is the methodology of the other side flawed in some way?  Does the opposition make any claims that have factual, moral, or logical errors?  Does the opposition make an assumptions or logical fallacies?
Summary: Speak in a clear voice. Adopt a suitable appearance. Take notes during the oppositions time. Show your negative points in a positive light. Argue your proposition with conviction. Meet the opposition requirements. Bring a new point to attention. Rebut the opposition.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: You can press 4 at the time of taking or during the call. This will play for all parties on the phone. Press 4 again at any time to end the recording. A copy of the recording will be saved in your Google Voice inbox. Hanging up will also end the recording.
Summary:
Receive the call on your Google Voice number. Press 4 on your phone handset. Listen to the automated "Call recording on" message. Continue talking as your call is recorded.