Really. Though sleeping on top of your textbook every night won't result in some type of mental osmosis, you'll be surprised how much you do gain from going even if you don't pay attention 100% of the time. Some teachers reward those who go by giving attendance points or even giving out extra-credit answers or "secret" info to those present. Score. And while you're there, take good notes. But you knew that right? Going to class, while also helping with knowing the content and what will be on the tests, will alert you to deadlines and test dates. Sometimes professors switch things up on a whim. If you go, you'll know what to expect and when you have to show up. Turns out your teachers are just as bored with you as you are with them. If you can be one of the students that actually engages and that they like, it can work wonders for your grades, sure, but also your class experience. So participate! Ask questions, make comments, and just be attentive. Teachers are sick and tired of snoozers. You don't have to break new philosophical ground with every comment you make. Even answering questions your teacher poses can get you in good. Some teachers have participation points or will round up your grade if they know you do. So do it! If your teacher has office hours, go to them. If not, seek them out after class. Think about it this way: You have to give $50 to an acquaintance or to a friend. Who would you give it to? So when you get 95.5% on that test, it's that extra effort to get to know them that can bump you up to that A. You don't have to ask about their kids or invite them out to lunch. No, no, no. Simply go up to them after class, ask them about a point they covered and go from there. You could also ask them for scholarly advice (potential jobs or schools, maybe?) and talk about yourself, too. You both need to get to know each other! Teachers are people; they are not machines. If you need something, they may be able to accommodate you. Especially if you're a good student that they've gotten to know! If you got a less-than-stellar grade on a piece of homework or exam, ask to do extra credit. Even if they say no, no harm done. Even if you didn't get a less-than-stellar grade, ask about extra credit. When you're rocking a 105% class average, you can slack a little (but not too much) on the next test! Don't take seven, but do take one. Everyone needs to take pinball or choir or cake baking. Use it to recenter and focus yourself. And to be well-rounded! You can't all be about academics. All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, remember? You still gotta ace it, you know. So go to it, try your hardest, but go home not having any homework, you know? The world you live in is amazing. There are textbooks online. Tons of schools post their lectures in either video or audio format online. There are websites dedicated to helping you learn. USE THEM. Ask your teacher for his/her powerpoints. Get on Memrise and make yourself some interactive flashcards. Go to Khan Academy to brush up on the Korean war. This ain't the 50s and you don't have to rummage through your library's card catalogue anymore to find extra resources. They're right at your fingertips.
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One-sentence summary -- For starters, go to class. Participate in class. Get to know your teachers. Ask for extra credit. Take a blow-off class. Take advantage of technology.

Q: Some people don't put up with the "do they like you" game, and go straight for the punch. Some people just aren't shy at all! This type might be the "player" who is just good at saying things you want to hear. Be suspicious of this type if they pull out a stock of pick up lines and you feel them trying to manipulate you. Whether or not you want them to like you, you need to handle it with respect. Nobody likes a jerk. Here are some signals that they like you: They constantly talk to you to the point where it's on the border of being annoying. They blush at the smallest things you do or say to them. You catch them staring at you and then smiling or making a funny face when you notice. They show no fear of starting a conversation. They might ask you to hang out and/or give you their number. Never feel the need to wait around if you like someone. Waiting for the other person to ask you out is overrated. Take advantage of the life you're given. Invite them out for coffee or to go catch a movie. If you're not interested and you know they like you, don't ignore them! Be open and honest about your feelings. Treat them with respect and don't lead them on.
A: Know the type. Spot the signs. Decide who'll make a move.

Article: Start by spraying the brick surface with a hosewater is typically effective at removing most dirt and dust from bricks. For tougher dirt and salt deposits, use a stiff-bristled brush dipped in a soap water mixture. If this isn't doing the trick, mix 12 cup (120mL) of trisodium phosphate into 1 gallon (3.8L) of water to create a cleaning solution and dip your brush into it before scrubbing the brick. Apply a solution of 1 part bleach and 3 parts water to mildew and let it sit for 30 minutes. Afterward, scrub the surface with a wire brush. Consider renting a 1500 PSI pressure washer from a home improvement store for larger areas of brick. Never clean brick with acid cleaning solutions or you might ruin the paint job. Place unfolded pieces of newspaper over your doors and windows and tape them to the perimeter with painters tape. For larger areas, use multiple pieces of newspaper. Be sure to cover their entire surface and fasten the newspaper firmly with painter's tape. Protect any other areas that you do not want to paintsuch as gas meterswith painter's tape or newspaper fastened with painter's tape. using acrylic caulk. Insert a scraper into the cracks and lever them to open them wider. After, brush out the dust with a straw cleaning brush. Cut your caulking tube at a 45-degree angle, taking care to keep the hole size small no further down than 14 inch (0.64cm). Insert the tube into your caulking gun, hold the release trigger, and pull the steel rod back as far as you can. Now, press the trigger and move the tip steadily through the crack until it's filled. Allow the caulk to dry for about 5 hours. Press the caulk flat into the cracks with a putty knife to even it with the wall. Be sure to move the gun in steady motions. If you move too fast, the caulk will be thin and uneven, but if you move too slow it will be clumpy and difficult to work with. Dip a paint roller into the primer 2 to 3 times. Start around 1 foot (0.30m) from the bottom of the wall and about 6 inches (15cm) from the corner. Aim your roll upwards at a small angle while applying light pressure. Once you reach 2 to 3 inches (5.1 to 7.6cm) from the top of the wall, roll up and down while moving back to the corner. Continue moving from the floor to the top and always move the width of the roller so each stroke overlaps. Continue rolling until all of the bricks are covered. Put a few extra coats of primer on the areas that were affected by efflorescence. Wait for the primer to drythe recommended drying time should be listed on the packagebefore moving on to the next step.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Clean the bricks thoroughly with a cleaning mixture. Cover the windows and doors with newspaper. Repair wall cracks Apply latex primer to the surface of the bricks.