Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Fill the oily bottle with fine ashes from a spent fire. Place the bottle into a pan of cold water. Heat the water until it boils. Turn off the heat and leave the bottle to cool. Wash the de-oiled bottle in hot soapy water.

Answer: Make sure the fire is completely out before taking from it. Check the ashes and pick out any bits of plastic or garbage that might have fallen into the fire. The water should come halfway up the height of the bottle so that it boils quickly. You might need a larger pot if the bottle is tall or oddly shaped. Do this gradually. Leave the bottle in the water to simmer for 30 minutes. Once cooled, wash out the ashes under cold running water. Rinse it out two or three times to make sure there are no wet ashes left in the bottle. Leave it to air dry after rinsing out the soapy water.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Research law schools with strong human rights programs. Apply to law school. Earn your Juris Doctor degree. Consider a study abroad program. Pass the bar examination and be admitted to a state bar.

Answer: Any of the 200+ law schools accredited by the American Bar Association will qualify you to sit for the bar exam in all states. However, choosing a school with a strong concentration in Human Rights and International Law will help you hone your interests, gain experience, and make connections for your future career. Most law schools have an application fee of $20 to $50. Because of this expense, you need to prioritize your resources and select schools that match your interests, credentials (GPA/LSAT scores), financial resources, and acceptance rates. Since a career in human rights law can take you anywhere in the world, where you go to school is less important than a good fit. A J.D. degree is award after successful completion of a three-year law school program. Your school will have its own requirements for number of credits and GPA. Most students take three years, but most schools offer part-time programs for working students and accelerated options for graduation in 2 1/2 years. Join student organizations interested in civil and human rights. The International Law Students Association is a good place to meet like-minded classmates. Take full advantage of law school programs. Participate in clinics and programs with civil rights and human rights activities. Seek out summer internships with civil rights organizations. Even if you go to school in an area that doesn't have an international presence, you can gain experience with organizations that work for civil rights, voting rights, domestic violence, and economic justice. Your law school will likely have programs allowing you to study abroad for a summer, a semester, or a year. This is an excellent chance for you to work on your language skills, expand your cultural experiences, and make contacts for your future career. Once you graduate with your law degree, you are eligible to sit for the bar exam. The examination is given twice per year and is required to practice law in the United States. Bar admission includes a background check to see if the applicant exhibits the necessary character and fitness for the practice of law. Students from international law schools may be able to seek admission to practice in the United States. Contact the state bar examiner for instructions. The bar exam varies somewhat from state to state, but is general two to three days and includes the multi-state skills exam, the essay exam, and the multi-state ethics exam. Upon successful passing of the bar examination, you will take the lawyer's oath and be ready to practice law.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Give it the "bar" test. Practice your speech in front of a colleague while you're still developing it. Prepare for nerves Time yourself carefully. Practice repeatedly.

Answer: The "bar" test ensures that your idea is clear and your storytelling is effective. Before you write your presentation, make notes sketching out your message. Think of it as a story, with a beginning, middle, and end. Then ask a colleague or friend who knows nothing about your project to listen to your summary. Deliver your summary to them in friendly, direct language, as if you were telling the story to a friend in a bar. In fact, you can tell the story to a friend in a bar. However, telling a colleague over coffee can work just as well. Get them to tell you what their takeaway was. If they can summarize your message accurately, that's a good sign. Find a friend, colleague, or mentor who you trust to give you useful feedback. Rather than waiting until your presentation is "finished," deliver it to them while it's still a draft. That way, they can give you tips not just on your delivery, but on the organization of your content as well. Ask them to be your coach. Give them your presentation once or twice and let them ask you questions and give feedback. Ask them to point out moments that are dull or confusing. . It's important to rehearse in front of people because it will make you less nervous when the time comes. If you tend to get nervous when you give presentations, you can go further during your rehearsals in order to reduce your nerves. Write down what you're afraid of. What exactly worries you when you give a speech? Looking foolish? Being asked a hard question? Write down your exact fears, and then consider them each individually. Think about what you will do in each situation. For instance, if your fear is, "I'll forget what I'm saying," you can prepare a plan like, "If I forget what I'm saying, I'll pause, scan my notes, and find the next important point I need to make." Catch your negative thoughts, and calm them. If you think, "I'm going to get nervous and sweaty," replace it with, "I have important information to deliver and everyone is going to pay attention to that." You don't want to go over your time frame and get cut off, or wear on the patience of your audience. Time your rehearsals, especially those you give in front of others, to see that you are staying within the time you have. Give yourself extra time if you plan to take questions, or if you anticipate lots of digressions. Try practicing in front of your dog, your mirror, or your family. Practice speaking with an engaging tone. Gesture and emote as if you were addressing your audience. Know your presentation backward and forward. This doesn't mean sticking to a strict script every time. Instead, when you rehearse, improvise freely. Deliver your main points, but include quips and anecdotes that occur to you as you go. You'll remember the best ones when you actually deliver the presentation.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Assign yourself specific, measurable tasks. Work towards attainable, realistic goals. Work when thoughts arise. Take study breaks. Reflect on long terms goals periodically.

Answer:
Establishing goals for yourself is an important part of using your time wisely. Though you are likely working towards more comprehensive accomplishments, specific goals are more helpful for study sessions. Avoid vague, immeasurable goals such as "Read for philosophy class." Instead, give yourself the goal of reading 15 pages of Sartre and writing a few paragraphs about the test. Similarly, instead of "study for biology exam," establish the goal to "complete 2 of chapter three's worksheets." In order to be achievable, your goals should take a short, realistic amount of time to reach. Establishing the goal of studying for 28 hours next week doesn't actually help you study for 30 hours next. However, deciding to study 4 hours every day next week can help compel you to reach 28 hours of studying! You're already planning on starting a paper tomorrow and it's already late. However, an idea occurs to you. Take advantage of moments such as these by sitting down to record your thoughts. You don't necessarily need to start writing, but you can get a head start on tomorrow's tasks by reading the paper's prompt and nailing down your specific topic. Carry around a small notebook and pen at all times or use the Notes app on your phone. Break up any study session longer than 90 minutes. In fact, plan to study for only 45-90 minutes at a time, with 10-15 minutes breaks in between focused sessions. Try to establish a schedule that incorporates 3 total hours of studying each day, broken into multiple study sessions. If possible, study during the day, as opposed to the evening, as your mind will be able to focus better and your memory will retain more. Once a month, spend a few minutes reflecting on your long-term goals. Are the ways you're spending your time contributing to the achievement of those goals? If not, look for ways to tweak your schedule and behavior to ensure you're on track to meet your goals both short and long term.