Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Find a place to work. Collect your materials together. Highlight the most important information.

Answer: Have a well lit working area where you are away from distractions and have all equipment ready. You want to devote your entire attention to your flash cards. Some people enjoy having a television on in the background or have music playing. If this is you, feel free to enjoy your preferred auditory stimuli, just make sure that they don’t distract you from your task. This means that you should have your flash cards and textbook ready. Have a good pen, markers, highlighters, and whatever other writing implements you’d like to use. At this stage, you’ll also need to decide what medium you want to use to make your flash cards. Will you choose paper and pen or will you create digital flash cards? Ultimately, it is a matter of preference. Studies have shown that most students retain information better if they have to write out the materials. Yet, the convenience of having your flash cards on your phone may outweigh other concerns. Identify salient information in your notes and text book. Distill them down into their key parts so that you can transfer them to your notecards — in a physical or a digital form. You can do this by highlighting your notes or the textbook. If you cannot write in your textbook, write on a separate sheet of paper or create a separate file in a word processor on your computer. Eventually, you will develop a system of note-taking that will make flash cards easier to make. Some of the easiest ways of doing this are to highlight or underline key sections your teacher stresses. Some people use asterisks, dashes, or other symbols to set off important text from the rest of their notes.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Get yourself clean. Pick out a sharp outfit. Style and groom. Put on a smile.

Answer: Take a hot shower, wash your hair and brush your teeth. You’re going to want to make sure that you’re clean, fresh and ready to put your best foot forward from the skin outward. It can be awkward going on a date with someone who smells bad or has food stuck in their teeth, so start by taking care of your basic hygiene needs.  Washing up isn’t just about making yourself presentable; the cleaner you are, the more put together you’ll feel. Put on deodorant and give your mouth a quick rinse with some antiseptic mouthwash. You'll be thankful you did once you and your date get up close and personal. Wear clothing that is eye-catching and complements your figure. Choose an outfit that is appropriate for the venue where you’re meeting for your date. If you’re going to the opera, for instance, break out the fitted suit or evening dress, or wear neatly pressed khakis. A simple button-down shirt or a tasteful skirt and blouse will look great if you’re going somewhere more casual. Your clothing choices should be stylish yet comfortable so that you can look and feel your best all evening long.  There’s no need to dress to the nines for a light lunch or a coffee meetup. Dress for the specific occasion so that you can show that you’re ready for any situation. Wear some color. Research suggests that clothing yourself in bright colors can give you the appearance of boldness and vibrancy. After you’ve cleaned yourself up and selected the perfect outfit, take a last look to ensure that the rest of your appearance is in order. Style your hair to make it neat and attractive. Trim your fingernails if they’re too long, or paint them to be more eye-catching. And, of course, remember to put on deodorant before you head out the door.  Assume that every detail of your appearance will be noticed. That way, you won’t miss anything when getting ready. Feel free to spritz on a subtle scent before your date, but go easy. Too much cologne or perfume can be overpowering. Be prepared to do a lot of smiling. If you’re nervous or feeling uncomfortable, don’t let it show. Instead, keep smiling and act natural. Not only will smiling make you more attractive to your date, it can improve your own mood, as well.  Smiling displays positivity and trustworthiness, and tells people that you’re fun to be around. If you’re nervous before or during the date, smiling can help keep you at ease.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Look at the color. Note size. Watch for a round thorax. Look at the antenna and waist.

Answer: Carpenter ants are usually brown or black. Some are a combination of black and orange. While  you need more than color to figure out if you have carpenter ants, noting color is a good place to start. As you observe ants, try estimate their size. Carpenter ants are not very big. Normally, you will see worker ants around your home. They are generally 3/8 to 1/2 an inch. However, in some areas carpenter ants tend to be smaller. In Minnesota, for example, some carpenter ants are only 3/16 of an inch. When noting size, look to other characteristic as well. The thorax refers to the segment of an ant just below its head. Carpenter ants have a rounded thorax. The upper surface should be evenly rounded throughout. The midsection of a carpenter ant should be pinched and slim in appearance. Their antennae will be bent slightly. Noting the antennae and waist helps distinguish carpenter ants from termites. Termites have straight antenna and a broad waist.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Draw over the permanent marker stain with a dry erase marker. Wipe the stained area with a dry, clean cloth. Repeat if needed or try a different method.

Answer:
Remove the cap from a dry erase marker. Carefully color over the permanent marker stain with the dry erase marker. Let it sit for 1 minute. Use a dry, clean rag to wipe the stained area. As you wipe off the dry erase marker, the permanent marker stain should come off too. If the dry erase marker only removed part of the stain or caused the permanent marker stan to fade, repeat the process. If this did not work, try a different method.