Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Place a bucket of water over a door. Put tape over all the light switches. Switch up the contents of his drawers. Stuff cotton in your brother's shoes. Stick paper on his butt. Do the "palms down" prank.

Answer: This is an oldie but a goodie. Simply open a door part of the way and place a bucket filled with water above it so it rests between the wall and the top of the door. When your brother opens it, he'll be taking a little impromptu bath! This works best in the kitchen or another part of your house where it won't matter if you get water everywhere. And hey, if you can do it somewhere else, even better! Put some clear tape on the light switches early in the morning. Your brother will still be nice and groggy, wondering why none of the lights in the house work! When he sees you, tell him your house has no power. Wait for him to figure out that you're lying on his own. You can even tell him that the water in the house doesn't work, either, and see if he falls for it. Go into his room and either switch up his drawers, if that's possible, or just work to move the contents of one drawer into another until you've switched up all of his drawers. He will be completely confused and this is a perfect and unexpected prank. Plus, you can have the bonus of snooping through his things while you're at it! If he asks you if you've gone into his room, then just act completely oblivious. This one is especially fun if your brother is still growing. Just stuff a little bit of cotton in your brother's shoes. The next time he'll put them on, he'll think something funny is going on, like maybe that he's outgrown his shoes. He may even walk around like that all day if he's not smart enough to think some funny business is going on! This is perfect for boots or sneakers. This is another quick and easy prank. Get a piece of paper that's a similar color to a surface like a couch or a chair, or just get whatever color you want if your brother doesn't really pay attention to where he sits. Place some glue or double-sided tape on the piece of paper, and wait until he sits down. When he gets up, he'll be walking around with a piece of paper on his butt! This is an updated version of the always-effective "kick me" sign! This is a fun one. Show your brother that you've gotten really good at balancing a glass of water on your hand when your palm is down on a table. Bet him that he can't do it with both hands; he'll likely be up for the challenge. Then, have him put both of his palms down on a table while you place two full glasses of water over his hands. Then, say "Bye!" or "Good luck!" and casually walk out of the room. He'll be trapped -- he'll have to dump water all over himself before he can be set free!


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Get two pieces of standard printer paper. Open the folded strip. Fold the other long strip of paper horizontally.

Answer: Lay them down so that the long side of the paper is facing you. You may want find a flat surface on which to work to make folding your papers easier. Undo the last two folds so you have a long strip again. You should be able to see the crease marks from your previous folds. There will be one in the center, and another on each side, halfway to the edge of the paper. Go from left to right. This will make this piece half as long. This piece will form the barrel of your paper gun once you insert it through the opening of the handle.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Visit Japan during the off-season to avoid crowds. Purchase a plane ticket well in advance, if possible. Hire a guide service for holy sites or areas, if desired. Carry a certain amount of Japanese yen with you during your trip. Decide how you'll use your cell phone while abroad. Buy souvenirs to take home before you leave Japan.

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Japan will be the most crowded in the spring months for cherry blossom season and hard to travel around during Golden Week, a national holiday that usually occurs from late April to early May. You should also avoid visiting in the summer, as it can be very hot and humid. Instead, visit during the off-season, from late September-early March, to avoid crowds and enjoy good weather. If you visit Japan during the winter, enjoy skiing down some of Japan's famous mountains or go ice skating at the world's largest outdoor rooftop ice skating rink at White Sacas. Start looking for plane tickets to Japan at least 3 months in advance for the best prices. Compare prices among several different airlines to find the best option, and make sure you book your return flight as well.  If your flight requires a layover, make sure you have enough time in between flights to make it to your connection. You can arrange guided tours for certain regions or sites before you embark on your trip, or arrange them when you arrive. A guide may be useful for visits to shrines, temples, and holy sites where you may not understand the traditions or customs. Look for free guides or group tours run by volunteers at major sites or areas. You may also opt for a guide to take you on a food tour in a major city like Tokyo so you know the best spots to visit. While it's common to use credit and debit cards in Japan, depending on where you're traveling, it's always smart to carry cash with you as well. Consider taking out roughly 20,000 yen, which is a little less than 200 US dollars.  Make sure you contact your bank and let them know you are traveling to Japan so they don't freeze your account. Check to make sure that most cities in Japan take your credit card beforehand as well. You can often find ATMs at places like 7-Eleven in Japan. There are several different options when it comes to using your phone while in Japan, such as getting a SIM card, renting a cell phone while you're there, or asking your phone provider about buying an international package. Look into your options and choose the one that's cost efficient and makes the most sense for your plans.  You may load the SIM card with data so you can access maps and browse the internet for information. Keep your cell phone on airplane mode so that you don't get lots of international roaming charges. Look for Japanese souvenirs to bring home for yourself or loved ones throughout your trip. Great souvenirs include things like Japanese sweets and candy, folding fans, Japan-themed keychains, or chopsticks with designs on them. Other souvenirs to look out for are Japanese face masks, matcha green tea, or a yukata (a casual summer kimono).