Q: If you're going to be walking in the rain or on the ice, or if you work in an area where the ground might be wet, icy, or oily, it's a good idea to wear slip-resistant shoes to help prevent injury. These shoes are made with texturized soles to help provide traction when you're walking across a slick surface. Some employers require their employees to wear these shoes. Slip-resistant footwear can typically be bought at big-box shoe retailers and shoe stores that specialize in work shoes. If you're going somewhere outdoors where the ground may be uneven, choose a pair of boots that provide good ankle support, a snug fit around your heel, and plenty of room in the toe box for your toes to flex. Also, check that the tongue is padded enough to cushion the top of your foot when you're walking up or down hills. These boots are useful if you'll be hiking on a trail, rock climbing, or walking through the woods. If you participate in an athletic activity 2-3 times a week or more, you should purchase athletic shoes that are designed for that sport. Differences between athletic shoes might include cushioning on different pressure points and adjustments in where the shoe flexes. If you're not sure what type of shoe you need, visit an athletic store and ask a salesperson, or talk to the person who coaches your team. For example, shoes for football typically have cleats that dig into the field, while basketball shoes are made to be lightweight and flexible, while still offering ankle support. If you work in a professional setting, like an office, or you're going out to a nice dinner or a dressy event, you'll look more polished if you wear dress shoes. These are often black or brown and made from leather or a material that looks like leather, although this isn't always the case. For example, if your style is more feminine, you might wear pumps, ankle boots, or dressy flats to work, along with a sheath dress and blazer or a nice pantsuit. If you have more of a masculine style, you might prefer oxfords, loafers, or wingtip dress shoes. While they're not appropriate for dressier occasions, if you're going to be running errands or hanging out with your friends, there's nothing more comfortable than your favorite pair of sneakers or an easy pair of sandals. Even better, you can dress these up a little if you want to look casually cute, like if you're going on a daytime date. For example, low-top white sneakers look just as cute with destroyed jeans and a T-shirt as they do with a sundress or a polo and shorts. While high-heeled shoes can make you look put-together and glamorous, they're not right for every occasion. Outdoors, your heels might sink down into soft soil, or they could cause you to stumble on uneven ground. This is especially true for stiletto-style heels, which come to a sharper point. A flat, broad heel with that's 1in (2.5cm) or less is probably fine, although it may not be comfortable if you have to do a lot of walking. with your outfit. Of course, once you've determined the right style of shoes for wherever you're going, you still have to make sure it works with what you want to wear. Try to pick shoes in a color and style that complements your outfit. They shouldn't compete with your clothing, but you don't want it all to blend together, either. For instance, if you have a pair of shoes featuring several bright, bold colors, you might want to keep the rest of your outfit one solid color. Also, If your shoes have sequins or sparkles, you would probably avoid wearing a glittery shirt or pants. On the other hand, if you're wearing a black shirt, black pants, and black shoes, there won't be anything that stands out about your outfit. Match the season of your outfit to your shoes, as well. If your outfit is light and summery, for example, you might wear lightweight, open shoes. If you're wearing a cozy, warm outfit in cold weather, opt for heavier boots or closed-toe shoes.
A: Wear slip-resistant shoes in bad weather or slick conditions. Opt for sturdy boots if you'll be walking on rough terrain. Match the shoe to the sport if you're buying athletic shoes. Wear dress shoes to work and nice engagements. Save sneakers or sandals for casual activities. Avoid wearing high-heeled shoes if you know you'll be outdoors. Coordinate your shoes

Q: Keep in mind that during the spelling bee you may ask for the definition of the word, for its pronunciation, what part of speech it is, and more importantly, its language of origin. Knowing which language a word comes from allows you to see certain patterns, so that if you don't know how to spell a certain word, you can guess based on which language it comes from. English has adopted quite a few words from Greek and Latin, so it can be a great resource to learn the Greek or Latin roots of certain related words. For instance, the Greek root "tele-" means far, and "graph" means to write, so the word "telegraph" means to write from afar. While your parents had to make do with pencil and paper to memorize the spelling of words, nowadays there are a number of technologies to help you study. For example, you may want to use a tape recorder to help you memorize the pronunciation of certain words, or you may use a word processor to help you keep track of the words you have mastered and the ones you still need to memorize. There are also a number of helpful apps for your iPad or Kindle available online, which allow you to make lists of words and have a variety of other helpful features. It might seem weird, but experienced spellers find it helps to trace the words they are about to spell in the palm of their hands. This allows one to visualize the word, and to break it down into syllables before spelling it out loud. As you get ready to spell out the word, pretend one of your hands is a piece of paper and "write" the word with your writing hand. Tracing the word keeps you focused and it's a great way to help you concentrate on how a certain word is both written and pronounced. You've studied, you've worked, you've done everything you can--now it's time to shine! Become familiar with the way your voice sounds on a microphone, as well as with the added pressure of speaking before an audience. But remember, stress can be your worst enemy, so try to relax and enjoy the competition. A spelling bee is supposed to be a fun activity after all!
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Learn the roots of words and spelling rules from different languages. Use technology to help you study. Use your hands to trace the word you are spelling. Relax before the competition.