Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Ask for extra credit. Inquire about re-doing the assignment. Reconsider taking it to a higher level. Let it go.

Answer: Sometimes you can raise your grade in a class by doing extra credit. You can try asking your professor for an additional paper or assignment to earn extra points. Keep in mind that many professors, however, do not offer extra credit. Consider asking, "Dr. Toothman, do you offer extra credit? Perhaps I could write another paper to earn some extra points." This can be a feasible solution if your professor is open to the idea. Ask the professor if you can take a second shot at the assignment. For example, you can ask to write a new paper on the same or a similar topic. You could say, "Mrs. Alderman, would you allow me to retake the exam?" You should think carefully before appealing your grade at a higher level. Unless the professor made a clear mistake, those above them will support the original grade. If you truly believe you can make a strong case for a grade change, make sure you follow the appropriate chain of command. Ask your university's office of student affairs about the proper procedure. Unless the professor made an obvious mistake while calculating your grade, it is in your best interest to let it go. Pursuing an unwarranted grade change will not put you in a favorable light with the professor. More importantly, the effort you spend pursuing a grade change can be better spent on studying.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Measure the circumference of your head. Fold the wire in half and twist. Create a hook at the end. Wrap the wire with floral tape.

Answer: Using a thin floral wire, measure the circumference of your head. Wrap the wire around the top of your head where you would like to crown to sit. Then double the amount of wire and cut it using pliers. You want to double the wire in order to ensure that you have a sturdy base for the crown. This will also allow you to make an adjustable crown. Floral wire can be purchased at your local florist or craft supply store. Once you have cut the wire, find the middle of the wire and fold it in half. Place your index finger at the fold and then begin to tightly twist the wire so that it twists all the way to the ends. You can trim the end of the wire to create a clean end with two equal lengths. After you have twisted the wire, you will have a loop at one end where your index finger was located. Fold the other end to create a hook. You can adjust the circumference by creating a larger or smaller hook. This works nicely if you are making a crown that will be worn by someone else. Place the hook through the loop to hold the wire in the shape of a crown. Using floral tape, wrap the wire tightly with tape. This will help to hide wire and will give your homemade baby's breath crown a more professional and finished look. Add extra tape to the end of the wire. This will help to prevent the wire from poking your while wearing it. You can use a green floral tape to blend in with the stems of the baby's breath. If the crown is being used in a wedding, you may want to match the tape with the wedding colours. For example, try gold or silver floral tape.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Make her your #2. Talk about lots of girls. Use your phone to make her jealous.

Answer: Once you've shown enough interest in the girl and have flirted enough to make her think she has a chance, it's time for a turnaround. Slowly start talking about another girl, whether it's someone she knows or a random girl you keep calling "my really good friend" or "this girl I've known forever." Find a way to mention the girl every few minutes. Don't do it every few seconds or it will be too annoying, but make it sound like you're constantly thinking of the other girl. Find ways to complement the other girl. Without being too obnoxious, say things like, "She's like, my favorite person," or "She can get any guy she wants." Make the other girl feel inferior. You can also make this person up. If you're a good liar, this "other girl" can be completely fictional. Repeatedly say, "You should really meet her. I think you'd get along." This will drive the other girl crazy. Instead of just going on and on about another girl in your life, you should take the opportunity to talk about lots of other girls. Just make yourself sound like a ladies man who hangs out with a ton of cute girls whenever and wherever. Mention a party you went to where there were so many amazing girls. You can even say that you were one of the few guys there but that it was okay -- you're used to it. Talk about a fun weekend trip you took to the beach, and mention how all the girls you were with were wearing the most ridiculous bikinis. Just mention "this one girl I was seeing" after another. Make it sound like you go on a ton of dates. Just make sure not to sound gross or like a total player. The girl will lose interest if you make yourself out to be too much of a Lothario. While you're talking to the girl about being with other girls, your phone will be a great prop in making her jealous. Keep your phone handy and check it from time to time and even be prepared to answer it. Check your phone from time to time and smile to yourself, as if you've just received a naughty message from a girl. Say, "Excuse me" and smile as you type back something that may be equally naughty. Have your phone ring once while you're talking to the girl. Pick it up and say, "Hey, how are you? Can I call you back?" Don't overdo it and call the girl "honey" or "baby" over the phone. Just make it clear that you're talking to another sexy lady from the tone of your voice. Don't overuse the phone tactic. A girl's patience will quickly wear if you spend all of your time on your phone.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Consider your motives. Be aware of what a relationship demands. Question whether you enjoy the person's company. Decide if you want to take a sexual relationship further. Ask yourself if you are okay with being exclusive. Know how to handle, and dish out, rejection in a mature way.

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If you are a teenager, you may not have ever wanted a "real" relationship, then all of a sudden everyone is dating, and you think you should be, too. If this sounds like you, take a step back. Remember that dating is not a competition. Real emotions and real people are a part of romantic relationships, and you don't want to jump into a relationship just because all your friends are. Teens and young adults are ready for relationships at different times depending on maturity. In order to be in a healthy romantic relationship you must recognize what you have to be ready to give. Healthy dating relationships consist of some of the same elements as other relationships (e.g. friendships, family, etc.). However, with dating relationships, it can be easy to get caught up in the other person and neglect friends or activities. Consider the following key components to healthy relationships: Feeling comfortable expressing your thoughts, feelings, opinions, or dreams Being considerate of the other person's thoughts, feelings, and opinions Treating one another with respect Offering support to the other Avoiding violence Being able to resolve conflicts Trusting each other Comforting one another Being able to confide in one another Communicating directly and openly Encouraging the other to have friends and other interests Being honest about past relationships or sexual activity Participating in sexual activity by choice This may seem obvious but you surely don't want to get involved in a relationship with a person you don't like to hang out with. Usually, when couples are "in love", they want to be together for hours on end and dread parting. While your love symptoms may not be that strong, you should still look forward to the time you spend with this person. Take note that, while you can be excited about spending time with your partner and saddened when they leave, there is a line drawn that can make this behavior obsessive or codependent. A codependent relationship means you frequently give up your needs or interests in favor of your partner's, or always want to be with this particular person only. If you spot such a pattern in yourself, you need professional help to learn how to form healthier attachments. To know if you should be starting a relationship, it's important to determine how much you actually care about this person. Maybe you have been hooking up with someone, but don't know if you want to keep it this way or take on the title of "boyfriend" or "girlfriend". Signs that you are interested in upgrading a sexual relationship may include having fun together and spending time that is not sexual in nature, having absorbing and thrilling conversations, being encouraged to improve yourself because of the other person, and wanting to know more about them including meeting their friends and family. Signs that you want the relationship to stay in the "sexual" category may include only being lovers with no friendship element, having a greater interest in sex than quality time or conversation, being consumed in the person's physical appearance, and keeping a wall up in which you discuss things in terms of fantasy rather than real feelings, opinions, and dreams. Another way to know if you are ready for a serious relationship is your commitment to just one person. You like the person you are dating so much that you can't imagine seeing him with another girl or having another make him bowl over laughing. The desire for exclusivity is often a major indicator of the beginnings of a romantic relationship. Be warned: extreme possessiveness, jealousy, or controlling are not elements of a healthy love relationship. Yes, you and your partner should want to turn away other suitors, but pushing away friends and losing your head if they talk to someone else is a red flag and an unhealthy attachment, or even abuse. At the start of a relationship, the last thing on your mind is the end. However, when dating, particularly in teenage years, you have to be prepared with the possibility of rejection. Your date may find someone else they like, or you may lose your interest in being in a relationship. Can you appropriately respond to rejection? What about rejecting another, can you let someone down in a nice, firm way? When rejected, it's okay to feel sad, disappointed, or angry (or any other emotion). Feeling this way is normal. However, use these feelings positively. Be nice to yourself rather than making yourself feel even worse with negative criticism. Make an effort to remember all the good qualities you have. Pat yourself on the back for having the courage to be vulnerable in the first place. Then, use what you learned from this situation to improve yourself and your relationships in the future. When having to break up or reject someone, think through the conversation beforehand. Carefully go over your reasons and decide how to share them in a respectful way. Always break up face-to-face. For example, tell your date that you need to talk to him/her about something important. Initiate the conversation by saying something you like about the person. Next, explain what's not working and that you want to break up. Tell the person that you are sorry to hurt him/her. Finally, respect the other person's need for space.