Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Choose an embarrassing sickness. Prepare to talk to your teacher. Approach your teacher privately. Stick to your story.

Answer: You'll want to choose something that is common, but something that most people would be embarrassed to admit. This will give more credibility to your story, as your school nurse or office worker will think it unlikely that you would admit to something embarrassing if it weren't necessary. Some examples include:  Diarrhea Bad gas You'll have to convince your teacher to tell her that you aren't feeling well, but before you do, make your story more believable by going to the bathroom several times. Space out your bathroom breaks by about 20 to 30 minutes, and if your teacher questions you, tell her that you've been feeling, "A little funny." After making a few trips to the bathroom, you're ready to talk to your teacher about getting sent home. Be sure that you are appropriately embarrassed about your condition and try to talk to your teacher one-on-one. Don't come right out and admit that you have diarrhea or gas. Instead, describe it in a different way, like:  "I've been having to go to the bathroom a lot today and my stomach's hurting. I keep having to go and it's really bad. I just want to lay down for a little bit." "I'm sorry I keep having to go to the bathroom. I'm really embarrassed, but I keep passing gas. It's really bad and I don't want anyone to laugh at me." You'll likely have to jump through one more hoop before you are sent home. The last obstacle before you get sent home will likely be your school nurse or an office worker. As long as you don't change your story and continue being embarrassed about your condition, you'll likely be sent home before too long.  Stress the fact that your stomach is upset and that you want to lay down for a little while. You may want to get a false scent that imitates bad gas and spritz some of this around you when no one is looking. These kind of sprays can be bought at novelty stores, magic shops, and online.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Keep a journal. Let go of perfection. Keep in mind that your identity is always changing. Make a list of your priorities. Accept responsibility for your actions. Honor yourself.

Answer: Writing in a journal can make you more accountable to yourself, reduce your stress, and bring about positive change. Try to write in your journal for at least 20 minutes every day.    For example, you could write down your thoughts at the end of every day, write when you're feeling troubled, or write when you have a good idea. Be sure to include how you feel about your life, what your goals are, and what questions you have about going forward. When you're feeling lost, you can read over your journal and try to identify things that help you to find your way again. For example, if you have a bad day, then reading about something that made you feel happy might help you to start feeling like yourself again. Perfection is an ideal that we impose on ourselves that is impossible to achieve.  Forgive yourself for past mistakes and accept who you are. What matters is not that you're perfect, but that you do your best. Finding your identity can be hard because it may change over time depending on what you are doing with your life. Remember that these changes are a normal part of life, so try to welcome them and accept your changing identity. Right now, you might define yourself as a son, an accountant, and someone who values honesty. But your identity may change over time, as your situation changes. For example, if you have kids, then you might start identifying yourself as a father. If you start a business, then you might start identifying yourself as an entrepreneur. These should be the things that matter the most to you. Rank the list in order of importance. Knowing what matters to you can help you see what really can make your life feel important and meaningful, so take your time with the list. The list may surprise you.  Some things you value might include: your friends, family, studies, certain classes or your job, or a skill. Consider what value these things or people add to your life. Take more time to include them in your life. It's easy to blame all your failures or setbacks on other people. But once you accept that you have control over your life, including the failures, you'll be able to change your life for the better. Make sure that you accept responsibility for your achievements too. Your accomplishments are a result of your personal drive and ambition. Whether you are a top tennis player in your state or learning a new language, make sure that you give yourself credit for your accomplishments. Remember that you are unique and that you deserve love and attention. That is why it is important to give yourself the praise that you deserve. Make a list of the things you love about yourself. It might also help you to look in the mirror and identify some of your favorite physical features. Compliment yourself like you would compliment a friend.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Choose the freshest okra possible. Wash and trim the okra. Sterilize the canning jars

Answer: If possible, you should pickle okra within 6 - 12 hours of picking. Select tender, green pods of okra that are 2 to 3 inches (5 to 7.5 cm) long for pickling. Trim the end of the stem off the okra, but leave the okra whole. Make the final okra everything that would you feel comfortable eating. . In a large pot, arrange your canning jars onto a wire rack so that they don't rest on the bottom of the pot. Fill the pot with water, so that the jars are completely submerged. Turn the burner on and allow the water to come to a boil. Boil for about 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, turn the burner off.  Remove the canning jars with canning tongs and place them on a counter pre-lined with a clean towel. Do this so that the heat difference between the counter and the jars doesn't cause them to crack. Dunk the lids and tops into the near-boiling water and leave them there for 5 minutes before removing and placing on a clean towel.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Check the tread depth on your tires regularly. Ensure your tires are properly inflated. Inspect your serpentine or accessory belts for signs of damage. Check your oil level regularly. Ensure your vehicle has enough coolant and brake fluid. Test your headlights, tail lights and turn signals. Take immediate action if you see a dashboard warning light. Keep your vehicle battery clean and secure.

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Tires come in many shapes and sizes, and depending on the application, the type and depth of the tread can vary.  Most tires now come with tread wear lines that cross the tire perpendicular to the grooves of the tread.  Once the tread wears down to the point that the tread wear lines are even with the tread, your tires need to be replaced.  Another common method to check tread wear is to press an upside down penny into the groove between treads.  If you can see all of Abraham Lincoln’s head, the tread is too worn down. Driving on tires with treads that are too worn can result in blowing out a tire or losing traction in the rain. Your tires were designed to operate with a specific amount of air pressure inside them.  Driving on tires that are underinflated can do damage to the sidewalls of the tires, causing them to rupture and deflate.  Look on the side of the tire on your vehicle for the maximum pressure rating for the tire, then fill it to match.  Place a tire gauge on the tire’s valve stem to see if the tires require air, then use an air compressor to inflate your tires if need be.  Under inflated tires can also dramatically reduce your gas mileage, as the vehicle works harder to propel you on soft tires. Over inflated tires can also be more prone to blow outs and will reduce the life span of your tire. Your engine powers its accessories like the power steering pump, air conditioning and alternator using belts driven by the crank pulley.  These belts can wear out or become damaged if a pulley goes bad or they rub on something in the engine bay.  Visually inspect these belts for signs of cracking, rubbing or other damage.  If the belt appears to be damaged, it must be replaced.  If your vehicle is equipped with a timing belt, it could cause significant damage to your engine if it breaks. If you notice signs of rubbing, you will need to move what was rubbing it when you replace the belt to ensure it doesn’t occur again. To check your oil, locate the dipstick in your vehicle.  The top of a dipstick is often bright yellow and easily identified, but if you have trouble finding it, refer to the owner’s manual for your vehicle.  Pull the dipstick out and wipe off the oil on it.  Look at the clean dipstick so you can easily identify the full line, then slide it back into the engine.  Remove it once more and look at the level the oil reaches on the stick.  If your dipstick has multiple lines, the top one indicates “full” and each line below it represents a quart of oil that needs to be added. If your oil levels are low, it may be because of an oil leak.  Fill it back up and check it frequently to determine if there is an issue with oil leaking or burning in your vehicle. Under the hood you will find both a coolant and a brake fluid reservoir.  These plastic containers will have lines in them that represent how much fluid should be in each.  If they are below the full line, you should top them off to ensure your vehicle never runs without either.  Refer to your owner’s manual to help you identify the reservoirs and choose the proper fluid to replace them with, per the manufacturer’s recommendations.  Coolant travels through your engine to help regulate engine temperatures. Your vehicle uses brake fluid to engage the brakes when you press on the pedal.  Low brake fluid could cause your vehicle to brake erratically or fail to brake at all. Your headlights are essential to seeing at night and your tail lights and turn signals help ensure other drivers see you and understand your intentions.  It’s important that all of these lights are functioning properly at all times.  Have a friend stand outside of your car as you test each light to ensure they are working.   Replace any lights that blow out as soon as possible. If one of your turn signals begins to flash faster than normal, it is likely because the coinciding turn signal on the other end of the vehicle has blown out. Most vehicles come equipped with a number of warning lights that can let you know if there is an issue that needs to be addressed.  These symbols are fairly universal regardless of auto maker and can warn you about things like low tire pressure, excessive engine temperature or an issue with your anti-lock brake system.  Refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual to see each symbol and what it represents so you can take the proper action when a light comes on.  If a light comes on that you are unsure of, pull over and turn off the vehicle until you are able to identify the issue. If you do not have an owner’s manual, try referring to the auto maker’s website or a site like http://dashboardsymbols.com/the-symbols Most modern automotive batteries require very little maintenance, but you can prolong the life of your battery with a few simple steps.  Make sure the terminals of the battery are clean and free from corrosion and check to ensure the strap securing the battery is tight.  Some batteries may require that you check the fluid levels in the battery and add to it if need be.  The vibrations caused by an unsecured battery can reduce the lifespan of the battery. Make sure the terminals are free of corrosion to ensure a proper connection.