Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Recognize the symptoms of poisoning. Get your cat to a well-ventilated area. Call a veterinarian immediately.

Answer: A cat may be suffering from poisoning if any of the following general symptoms are observed: Difficulty in breathing Blue tongue and gums Panting Vomiting and/or diarrhea Gastric irritation Coughing and sneezing Depression Salivation Seizures, tremors or involuntary muscle twitching Weakness and potentially unconsciousness Dilated pupils Frequent urination Dark urine Shivering When poisoning is suspected and your cat is lying down, unconscious or weak, immediately remove your cat from the area, and transfer it to a well-ventilated and well-lit place. Wear long sleeves and/or gloves to protect yourself from the poison. Sick and wounded cats are likely to bite and scratch because they are upset and afraid. When a cat feels unwell, or is anxious, her first instinct is to hide. If the cat has been poisoned you will need to monitor her symptoms and so it is not appropriate to let her hole up somewhere. In a gentle but firm manner, pick the cat up and take her to a safe room. The kitchen or bathroom is ideal, since you will need access to water. If the poison is within the area, cautiously remove it away from reach of any pets or humans. An experienced vet or helpline can help you calm down and will be able to give you clear instructions on what to do or what antidote to give to your poisoned cat. Always remember that the chances of your cat surviving will be higher if you immediately call the vet. This should be the very first thing to do after stabilizing your cat. You can also call the Pet Poison Helpline (800-213-6680) or the ASPCA Poison Control Center (1-888-426-4435). Pet poison hotlines are not funded by the government like human poison hotlines are, so they usually charge a fee to help pay for the service.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Correct awkward or ambiguous wording. Look for consistency between details. Examine the logical structure of the copy. Ensure that tone and wording are appropriate for the intended audience. Check the accuracy of facts and statistics provided in the copy.

Answer: As you edit copy, you'll find plenty of sentences that, while not technical wrong, are ambiguous or unclear. If these sentences can be easily corrected, do so. If you're unsure of the author's meaning, leave a note asking them to clarify. Correcting ambiguity often includes revising passive voice when it's ineffective or unintentionally obscures the subject who performs an action. For an author writing a large, complex text, it's easy for inconsistencies to intrude during the writing the process. Make sure that these details are handled consistently throughout a text. If you need to, you could even keep a running list of minor details and make sure they're consistent throughout a work. For example: For example, if a character's hair or eye color changes part way through a novel, note this. Note if the units of measurement in a technical paper shift from inches to centimeters part way through, alert the author. Whether you're editing a novel or a scientific journal article, the text should progress in a logical way. Sections and ideas should build on previously demonstrated points. Edit and move portions of the text as necessary until the progression of ideas makes sense to you and will be clear to anyone who reads the copy. For example, if an author of a science paper seems to argue for 2 different conclusions on different pages, flag this as illogical structuring. First of all, you should make sure you understand who the intended audience should be. Based on the publication type, you'll need to edit the author's language to make sure that it captures readers' attention. Most copy should address the audience without appearing to talk over their heads or talking down to readers. When you notice something related to tone and wording, be sure ask yourself whether it makes sense for the author's purpose and audience. For instance, if a medical article lacks medical jargon, think about whether it's meant for doctors and researchers or for the general public before suggesting changes. For example, if an author has written a science text for children, it should not include too many words that kids will need to look up. On the other hand, if a novelist is unintentionally using a juvenile vocabulary, suggested a few more sophisticated wording choices. If the author provides statements that claim to be factual, use resources at your disposal to confirm that these facts are accurate. A great way to begin doing this is by verifying that the source of the facts or statistics is legitimate. Check the Works Cited page and refer to the sources listed there if necessary. You can also follow up with a secondary source if you're unsure about the accuracy of something. When fact-checking online, check scholarly publications or government or educational websites. You could also use Google Scholar, but avoid resorting to sites like Wikipedia. Fact checking is especially important in nonfiction, technical, or scientific writing.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Draw straight lines and curves to improve your basic skills.

Answer: Use your pen or pencil to draw straight lines on a piece of paper. Practice it over and over to improve your line work. Then, practice drawing clean curves on the paper by turning your hand while you draw to build your drawing control. Make long, fluid lines rather than short and choppy lines. Try drawing shapes as well, such as triangles and circles.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Gather the necessary materials. Chop up some cabbage Boil the cabbage. Strain out the cabbage and save the water. Test the indicator. Test the acidity of your rain.

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To make your own pH indicator, you will need half a head of red cabbage, a knife, water, a stove, and a medium saucepan. Red cabbage contains a chemical called anthocyanin that changes color based on acidity. By boiling the cabbage, you can make a pH indicator from this chemical and test the acidity of your rain. Adult supervision is recommended for this because you will need to handle a hot stove and a sharp knife. . You want about 2-3 cups of red cabbage cut into small pieces. If you are young, have an adult help you with this step to avoid potential injury. The exact amount of cabbage is not important, so just cut up half of the head of cabbage. Place the chopped cabbage into the saucepan and add enough water to cover the cabbage. Put the saucepan on the stove and bring the water to a full boil. Once the solution boils, turn the heat off and let the water cool to room temperature. Have a parent help with this step to avoid injury when using the stove and working with boiling water. You should notice that the water is now purple. Pour the cabbage and water mixture through a strainer into a bowl. The purple water (the indicator) is currently neutral because the water from your tap is neutral. In the presence of an acid, the indicator turns pink. In the presence of a base, the indicator turns blue. You can refrigerate the solution until you need it. To make sure the indicator is working properly, you can test it using baking soda and vinegar. Put 1 teaspoon (~5 mL) of the cabbage water into two small, clear glasses. Add a teaspoon of vinegar to one glass and a teaspoon of baking soda to the other. Vinegar is acidic, so the water will turn pink. Baking soda is basic, so the water will turn blue. Collect some rainwater in a clean, plastic container. Pour 1 teaspoon of cabbage water into a small, clean glass. Add a teaspoon (~5 mL) of the collected rainwater to the cabbage water. The water should turn pink because all rain is slightly acidic. The deeper the pink, the higher the acidity in your area. This method will not tell you the exact pH of the rain, but will give you an idea of how acidic it is. If you are traveling, you can compare rain from different areas such as different cities, state or province, or even countries and see if the deepness of the pink changes.