Article: Nod, make eye contact, and stay focused on what a girl is talking to you about. Try to understand her emotions and point of view. Imagine how she feels as she speaks, and react accordingly. Teen boys who empathize with their female peers are more likely to have girlfriends. For example, if she's upset, hear her out. Then try saying, "I'm sorry that happened to you." Think of ways you can connect with each other. Make conversation about school or hobbies. Try asking her questions about herself, which will show you're interested in what she thinks. Teen relationships often start with friendship. If you've spoken to her before, try asking if you can add her as a friend on a social networking site. If you've never spoken to her before, try asking her about a class, mutual friend, or after-school activity. Try asking, "What type of music do you like?" Notice something about a girl that you can give her a positive comment on. Don't make something up; put thought into noticing something she's put effort into. Then offer a sincere, heartfelt compliment. Try saying, "Your hair looks great today." If you've witnessed her playing a sport or creating art in a class, you can compliment her on that. Make kind gestures whenever possible. Open doors for people. Offer your help when it may be appreciated, whether it's with carrying something or studying. For example, offer to help a girl with putting her coat on. If you see a girl carrying something bulky, try saying, "I can carry that for you." If you see a girl struggling with a school subject you understand, help explain it to them or offer to study together.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Be a good listener. Make friends with girls. Give girls compliments. Practice good manners.

Problem: Article: Whether you're responding to a given assignment prompt or choosing your own direction for original research within a field, your experience will be more meaningful if you pick a subject that you care about. Write down all the possibilities that occur to you so that you have a generous list of options to start from. One way to ensure you have a topic that's of interest to you to pick a subject to which you have a personal connection. For instance, if your sister has Crohn's Disease, you may be interested in investigating it. Or, if you went on an exchange program to Croatia, you might be keen to know more about its history or culture. Another way to trim down your possibilities is to see if there any patterns that emerge from the longer list. For example, if you wrote down "Gertrude Stein" and "Djuna Barnes," you could focus on lesbian expat authors. Select your top choices from the list you created to pursue further. Take time to do some background reading on each in general reference texts like encyclopedias and to do keyword searches in a library database to see what textual and online sources are available in relation to each potential topic. Then, select one to focus on that you find the most interesting and that has sufficient resources to investigate. You want to choose a topic that has some, but not too much information available on it. If there are some substantive related resources out there, you know you're on the right track; if there are pages and pages of relevant search results, you can tell that plenty of people have already gone down that road or that the topic is likely too big to cover and you will need to narrow it further. Once you have a general topic that interests you, begin by reading widely about it. Write down the ideas, information, and sources that interest you the most. Then, review your notes to start refining your topic into a precise, narrow research focus. For instance, if you are interested in the mapping of the human genome, read about the general history of the scientific advances that have allowed us to map DNA and see if there's a particular subtopic that catches your eye. Instead of trying to cover the entire subject, limit your scope to focus on the discovery of a gene related to a specific trait or disease or on a particular application, like the regulation of gene therapy for unborn fetuses. It's good to vet your ideas with an established academic or other professional related to the field in which you'll be conducting your research. If you're having trouble deciding among topics or narrowing your scope, seek advice and suggestions from your professor, advisor, or another knowledgeable professional. When you meet with or email them, explain the research that you've already conducted to show them that you've done your homework. Then, ask something like, "I'm most interested in looking into coming of age rituals in contemporary indigenous cultures, and I was wondering if you think that's a good topic to pursue and if you had any suggestions for specific case studies or other resources related to it." Remember: they may be able to point you in a more specific direction based on your general interests, but don't expect them to do the whole selection process for you. If you're doing independent research to earn a degree (rather than to fulfill the requirements of a particular class), you should also ask them about the potential marketability of your subject since your topic will be setting the direction for your future career.
Summary: Brainstorm general topics that genuinely interest you. Do preliminary research to pick a topic. Start broad and narrow your focus. Consult with a relevant scholar.

Select ripe, fresh corn with bright green husks and plump kernels. Peel and remove husk and silk from the ears of corn. Wash and scrub the ears of corn with a vegetable brush under cool running water. Catch the kernels in a large bowl or on a baking sheet. Avoid slicing into the cob, cutting only about 3/4 of the way through the kernels. Set the bottom end of the cob on a small, overturned bowl to make slicing and collecting the kernels easier. 2 L) boiling water for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Avoid cooking the corn for too long to avoid mushy kernels. Keep the jars and lids hot until they are ready to be filled. Jars and lids can be kept hot by placing them upside down in a pot of hot water or by washing them in a dishwasher and keeping them in the dishwasher until needed. 5 cm) of space at the top of the jars. Add one tsp. (5 mL) of canning salt to each jar (optional). Place the sealed jars on the rack in the pressure canner filled with 3 quarts (2.8 L) of hot water. The jars must not sit directly on the bottom of the canner, and should not touch each other to allow steam to flow freely around them. Allow steam to vent from the canner for 10 minutes before adding canner weights or closing vents. After 10 minutes close vents or put on weights (depending on the type of pressure canner you are using) and allow the pressure to build. Start timing when the necessary pressure is reached. Check the gauge frequently to ensure the pressure remains constant. For dial gauge canners, set pressure to 11 PSI (75.8 kPa) for altitudes of 0 to 2000 feet (0 to 610 m), 12 PSI (82.7 kPa) for altitudes of 2001 to 4000 feet (610 to 1220 m), 13 PSI (89.6 kPa) for altitudes of 4,001 to 6,000 feet (1,000 to 2,000m) (1220 to 1830 m), and 14 PSI (96.5 kPa) for 6001 to 8000 feet (1830 to 2440 m). For weighted gauge canners set pressure to 10 PSI (68.95 kPa) for altitudes of 0 to 1000 feet (0 to 305 m), and 15 PSI (103.4 kPa) for altitudes above 1,000 feet (304.8m). Carefully remove lid and allow steam to escape. Keep 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) of space between jars to allow air to circulate. Listen for a small "ping" sound indicating that the seal of the jar lids has been sucked down and the jars are properly sealed. This could take around 12 hours.
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Prepare the corn for canning. Slice the corn from the cob using a sharp knife starting from one end of the cob and slicing down. Add the corn to 5 cups (1. Clean 9 glass pint (500mL) canning jars and metal lids with soap and hot water. Pour the corn with cooking liquid into the clean jars leaving 1 inch (2. Wipe the rims of the jars with a clean cloth, stir gently with a clean, wooden spoon to allow air bubbles to escape and cover with the metal lids. Place the cover securely on the canner and heat water to boiling. Process jars in the pressure canner for 55 minutes, adjusting the pressure based on your altitude (see guide below). Turn off heat and allow pressure to return to 0 PSI (0 kPa), then remove the weights or open the vent and wait for 2 minutes. Remove the jars from the canner with a jar lifter and place them on a wooden board or thick kitchen towel to allow them to cool in a draft free area. Label the jars with ingredients and the date, then store in a cool, dark and dry location.