Problem: Article: School dances are announced a few weeks prior to the event. Take advantage of this time to gauge another's interest in going to the dance with you. If you're familiar with the person you want to ask to the dance, invite them out to a normal social event, such as grabbing a bite to eat or the movies. Bring up the dance in conversation and ask them nonchalantly, but with confidence. For example, you could say: "Hey, have you made any plans for the school dance yet? Want to come with? We can show them how to get loosey goosey." You might also simply ask: "You looking for a partner for the school dance, or are you going to fly solo? Happy to join you if you need a partner in crime." If you aren't particularly close with the person you want to ask out, try writing a letter or sending an email asking them to the dance. Avoid working through an intermediary, like a friend. This shows a lack of confidence. When someone catches your eye at the dance, don't be afraid to approach them and ask them to dance. Take a few precautionary measures to improve your chances of them saying yes. Start some small talk beforehand. Cold opens are a tough sell, and might give the wrong impression, depending on your approach. Wait for a new song to start before asking. You want a song that is suited to the type of dance you would like to have with your partner. Make sure the other person is not already in a relationship. If they seem to be close to another or dancing with someone else, they might be taken. . Whether you ask someone prior to the event, or right there on the dance floor, confidence will help convince them to join you for a dance. Studies show confidence as a leading factor in whether someone finds another attractive. Be direct. Rather than asking someone to dance through a friend, go ask them yourself, preferably in person.
Summary: Arrange a dance partner prior to the event. Ask them to dance at the event. Be confident

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Because the term "coffee with milk" is so vague, there are a lot of variations on cafe au lait across the world. The most common difference is between European and American cafe au lait. Whereas Europeans always steam them milk with an espresso machine, American cafe au lait has milk scalded in a saucepan. Lattes are made with 2-3 shots of espresso and warmed milk, not brewed coffee. Cappuccinos are like latte's, except the majority of milk has been foamed, not just warmed. Macchiatos are shots of espresso with a dollop of foamed milk on top. While cafe au lait is supposed to be light on foam, a thin topping is often used to make the cup look good and provide a little dash of sweet foam to the coffee. If you have some milk left over, whisk it with 1-2 teaspoons of sugar until it starts to froth, then pour it over your cup of coffee. Add 14 tablespoon (3.7ml) sugar and 12 tablespoon (7.4ml) unsweetened cocoa powder (per mug of coffee you're making) to your milk right before whisking. The result is a mocha-cafe au lait hybrid that is perfect as a nightcap or along with brunch. Substitute 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, or one whole vanilla bean, for the cocoa powder to change things up. Scrape the seeds out of the vanilla bean and into the milk, then heat it with the milk and sugar for 5-10 minutes on low. Made famous by Louisiana's Cafe au Monde, this Creole version of the French classic is the only way you'll be served in the Big Easy. You can buy premixed chicory/coffee blends or measure in your own ground chicory to taste. Whenever possible, you should serve it with sweet beignets to offset the bitterness of the chicory. Technically, since the milk is not warmed, this is not a cafe au lait. That said, this iced treat has a the flavor of cafe au lait for a warm day. Add any extra sugar to taste.

SUMMARY: Understand the different types of cafe au lait. Add a dash of foamed milk to the top for a gorgeous cup of cafe. Add a dash of chocolate to your cafe au lait. Use equal parts chicory and coffee for a New Orleans Cafe au Lait. Cool the coffee and milk, then mix in a blender with a handful of ice for an iced cafe au lait.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: When you first enter a Spanish-speaking country or neighborhood, take a few minutes to listen and absorb the conversations around you. This will allow you to pick up some casual ways locals greet each other. You also may be able to pick up some slang by watching Spanish-language television, or listening to Spanish-language music, especially pop music. " (kay OHN-dah) in Mexico. The literal translation of this phrase in English ("what wave?") doesn't make a lot of sense. But the phrase is commonly used as a casual and informal greeting, generally meaning "What's up?" Watch your tone, as this phrase also can be interpreted as something similar to "You got a problem?" Another common way to say "hi" in Mexico is "Quiubole" or "Q'bole" (pronounced KYOO boh-leh). "Que onda?" is also common in many other parts of Latin America. If you hear someone else saying it, feel free to use it. " (kay mahs) in Colombia. This phrase literally means "What else?" but is used in Colombia and some other parts of Latin America as a greeting meaning, roughly, "What's up?" " (kay aye) or "Que tal?" (kay tahl) in Spain. These two phrases are used as colloquial greetings in Spain, similar to how you would say "Hey!" or "What's up?" to a friend in English. Just as you can greet someone using a slang or colloquial phrase, you also can respond to their greeting in kind. These are phrases you'll likely use with friends or acquaintances, or people around your age. One common response is "No me quejo!" (noh may KAY-hoh), or "Can't complain!" You also might respond "Es lo que hay" (ess loh kay aye), which means "It is what it is." This can be a clever response if you're asked "Que es la que hay?" (kay ess lah key aye), which is a common slang greeting in Puerto Rico.
Summary:
Listen to native speakers. Use "Que onda? Try "Que mas? Use "Que hay? Learn colloquial responses to Spanish greetings.