Q: Active reading is important. While you may be able to read a newspaper fast, it won't matter if you don't remember what you read. One way to prevent zoning out is to ask questions. Keep asking yourself what each article is about. Remind yourself why you're reading the paper periodically. You can pause and think things like, "Why is this story important?" and "What are the implications of this for the larger world?" Be aware of what you're reading. As you shift between sections, take note of it. For example, take note when you move from politics to foreign affairs. If there's any information you really want to remember, you could jot it down somewhere or take a note using your phone. News articles have three components: what, why, and how. As you read, try to be aware of the what, why, and how of each article. This will help you remember all the necessary information. The what is the basic information behind the event. Make sure you know the basic facts of what occurred. The why is why the article is important. Think about why this story matters to you, and why someone is reporting on it. The how involves all the technicalities. It details any background information or circumstances that allowed the event in question to occur. As news articles tend to be brief, the first paragraph gives you insight on what information is key. Read the first paragraph closely and keep this information in mind throughout the article. This will give you a sense of article's intentions, and you could read with your mind on the bigger picture. For example, an article that starts off detailing a recent election may contain information about unexpected results. You can assume the article will be about these results, why they were unexpected, and the possible consequences. Go into the article with that information in mind. While it seems like a small detail, where you read matters. If you're reading in a noisy area, you're less likely to retain information. Choose somewhere quiet and somewhat secluded to read the paper. Make sure the area has good light. It can be hard to read if you're struggling to see. Avoid reading at night, especially in your bed. This can cause you to become drowsy.
A: Ask yourself questions when you read. Take mental notes while reading. Think about the what, why, and how of each article. Focus on key information. Choose a good place to read.

Q: This is the same material that T-shirts are made out of. You can buy jersey fabric from a fabric store, or you can cut up a T-shirt instead. Wash the fabric in cool water on a delicate setting, then dry it in the dryer. If the fabric comes out wrinkled, iron it using the cotton setting on your iron.
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Wash and dry your desired jersey fabric.