Q: There are four points to choose from when sharpening your pencil. The most common is the standard point. It's a sharpened point that resembles a cone. A chisel point is created by using a knife to cut the end of the pencil into a chisel shape. This allows people to draw two types of lines with the pencil; the tip creates a thinner but darker line, and the flat sides of the chisel point create wider lines with softness to them. The chisel will keep itself sharp as you draw. However, the chisel point can be harder to draw with unless you're practiced at it. Artists sometimes use this pencil point. The needle point is a sharp concave point carved with a knife. It is a very fine point and can be prone to breaking. However, it's good for use in drawings with needle-point detail. Carve the wood around the pencil down more deeply to expose more of the graphite. A bullet point pencil carves away wood from the pencil's last centimeter. Then carve the end into a bullet shape with a knife. You can make many different types of lines with a bullet point.
A: Choose a point style.

Article: Get together before or on the first day you move in together and talk about what each of you needs and wants from the other. This is your best chance to set boundaries with your roommate. This applies to finances, food, clothes, possessions, use of common areas, loud activities or parties, quiet hours, cleaning responsibilities, and so on. For example, say something like, "I don't mind if you have people over, but can you try to keep the noise level down after 10 p.m.? I work the early shift so I have to be out the door at the crack of dawn." Some people find it helpful to write up a "roommate agreement" in which you set down rules that everyone can agree to. This is a good way to make sure that everyone is clear on the rules and responsibilities. Once you've discussed your expectations, write up an agreement, then have each roommate sign and keep a copy of it. It's a good idea to get a financial agreement in writing to avoid any issues down the road. Decide how you'll divide up the rent and utility payments, and determine whether or not you'll split the cable and internet bill. Make sure you're okay with paying half the bills if your roommate constantly leaves the sprinklers on, racks up pay-per-view charges, or likes to have all the lights in the house on at all times, all of which can add extra costs to the total. Make a plan to divide up responsibilities and chores between you and your roommate. For example, if your roommate is a good cook and you are not, ask them to cook if you'll clean up afterward. It may also be a good idea to set up a chores schedule, where you will take turns cleaning the bathroom, taking out the trash, dusting, vacuuming, and so on. You could ask, "How do you feel about creating a chore schedule? For example, I could do dishes this week, and you could do them next week. Does that sound fair?" Make a clear delineation between your stuff and your roommate's stuff. Decide what contents in the fridge are okay to share and which are off limits, and discuss whether or not you'll share laundry soap and other things of that nature. Remember to ask before "borrowing" anything, no matter if it's trivial, and always take good care of any borrowed items. This is especially important if you share a small living area. Discuss each of your preferences regarding personal space and privacy. For instance, you may not mind if your roommate comes into your room unannounced, but they might find you to be very rude for doing so. Talk about these kinds of things so that you know what to expect from each other. Alternatively, your roommate may like to share their experiences and feelings with you, but you may not feel comfortable doing the same. Be upfront about your preferences. Not everyone has the same ideas about day to day living as you do. Recognize that you are sharing a space with someone that may have different values and preferences. Take their feelings into consideration, and ask that they do the same for you. For instance, if you're dying to throw a party on Thursday night but your roommate has a final early the next morning, agree to postpone the bash till Friday evening, instead.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Discuss your expectations ahead of time. Create a roommate agreement. Make a financial agreement. Divide up responsibilities. Decide what you will share. Agree to respect each other's privacy and personal space. Be prepared to compromise.

Problem: Article: If this person is rarely late, consider letting it slide, but if it is more regular, a conversation is necessary. Once you notice a pattern of lateness, pull your employee or friend to the side to chat. The next time they are late, sit them down away from others to chat. Let them know how their lateness makes you feel. Tell them that your time is valuable, but you often find yourself waiting around on them. Ask them if they can be on time in the future or let you know well in advance if they'll be late. Say "When you're late for these events, it's really frustrating for me. When we go to the movies or to a show, we never get to see the whole thing and that's unfair. Can you work on being on time in the future?" Stay completely focused during this conversation. Stay off your phone and computer. Your employee or friend may be dealing with something difficult at home that is affecting their sleep and making them late to work or events. Work out a temporary schedule when necessary to accommodate this person if they are your employee. For instance, you might allow them to come in late and stay later, as well. Give them a two week limit on this type of schedule so that other employees do not get jealous.
Summary: Talk in private. Voice your concerns. Listen and make exceptions when necessary.

Q: Place these three ingredients in a heavy, medium saucepan. Set the saucepan over medium heat. Heat the sugar mixture on the stove, stirring continuously, until the sugar granules dissolve and the mixture reaches a boil. This will usually take about 10 minutes. If the mixture reaches a boil but sugar crystals are still present on the side of the pan, cover the pan and continue boiling the syrup for 1 to 2 minutes. During this time, the steam should help wash the crystals away. Alternatively, you can wash down the sides of the pan by scraping them with a wet pastry brush. Continue cooking the syrup mixture over medium heat until your candy thermometer reads the ideal temperature. For soft nougat, the temperature should reach the soft ball stage and read 238 degrees Fahrenheit (114 degrees Celsius). For hard, chewy nougat, the temperature should reach the soft crack stage and read 275 degrees Fahrenheit (135 degrees Celsius). This will usually take anywhere from 6 to 12 more minutes. When preparing soft nougat, you can actually cook the sugar syrup up to 245 degrees Fahrenheit (118 degrees Celsius). Similarly, you can allow the sugar syrup to reach 300 degrees Fahrenheit (149 degrees Celsius) when preparing hard nougat. If the temperature climbs above your ideal degree range, though, quickly stop the cooking process by sticking the bottom of the pan into your prepared bowl of ice.
A:
Combine the sugar, corn syrup, and water. Cook and stir until the sugar dissolves. Allow the mixture to reach the correct stage.