INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Use a tape measure and place the end on the curtain rod. Pull the tape measure down to where you want the ends of the window scarf to hang and write down the number. You could make your window scarf reach down to the bottom of the window only, all the way to the floor for a more dramatic effect, or somewhere in between. Stretch your tape measure across the window from frame to frame. Double the number to allow for enough fabric to create a draping effect with your window scarf and write down the number. If the window is 60in (150cm) wide, then your 2nd measurement will be 120in (300cm). Add the first number you got for the length of the window scarf to the second number you got that was twice the width of the window. This will tell you how long a piece of fabric you need to create your window scarf. For example, if you want the window scarf to hang down 30in (76cm) on each side, and the window is 60in (150cm) wide, then you should buy 180in (460cm) of fabric. 22in (56cm) is a good width for a curtain scarf, but it is completely up to you and the look you are going for. Let the middle of the curtain scarf hang down in a "U" shape in the middle of the curtain rod and window. Make sure each side has an even amount of fabric and let the ends flow majestically down. Try folding your fabric in half before you drape it and mark the middle with a clothespin to make it easier to find the center of the curtain scarf when you hang it. You can pin the curtain scarf together in the corners where the front part overlaps with the sides hanging down behind the curtain rod to secure the window scarf in place. Thread the fabric underneath and behind the curtain rod in the middle, then back up over the top to create a wavy drape in the middle. Hook the scarf on each end of the curtain rod and let the sides hang down evenly. You can pin the window scarf together on the parts in the middle where it overlaps to keep the shape you created in place.

SUMMARY: Measure from the curtain rod to where you want the ends of the fabric to hang. Measure across the window and double the number. Add the measurements together to determine the length of fabric to purchase. Hook the scarf over the ends of the curtain rod on each side. Loop the scarf around the middle of the rod for an extra decorative touch.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The term "ergo" can be defined to mean "as a result" or "for that reason." Similar words include "therefore," "hence," "consequently," "so," "thus," and "accordingly." You can use "ergo" when describing the relationship between a cause and an effect. Example: I love reading; ergo, I have a large library at home. It can also be described as an adverbial conjunction. The two parts of speech are interchangeable and essentially describe words that share properties of both adverbs and conjunctions. An adverb is a term that modifies a verb or an adjective. A conjunction word that is used to connect two sentences, clauses, or ideas. A conjunctive adverb is a word that modifies the verb of an independent clause in a way that demonstrates a connection to another independent clause. Example: I love reading; ergo, I have a large library at home. In this sentence, "ergo" modifies the verb "have" in the independent clause, "I have a large library at home." It also connects the clause beginning with "I have" to the independent clause, "I love reading," and indicates that the latter is a result of the former. While you can use "ergo" and may hear or read it on occasion, the term is generally considered an archaic one, meaning that is "dated" and no longer a common term in modern English. This does not mean that you cannot use the term "ergo." It does, however, mean that you should be cautious about using it. Using it too often can seem forced, pretentious, or unnatural. Since there are other terms that can be used in the same way, like "therefore," you may want to ask yourself if "ergo" is the best choice before you use it. In spite of the fact that it is an archaic term, "ergo" is still used more often than many archaic terms, which does grant it some form of modern relevancy. Example: Instead of saying, "I love reading; ergo, I have a large library at home," consider saying, "I love reading; therefore, I have a large library at home."
Summary: Know what "ergo" means. Understand that "ergo" is a conjunctive adverb. Note that "ergo" is considered an archaic term.

Choose a topic that interests you and that you understand very well. Then, find a way to relate the information you need to memorize to the subject you already understand. For example, you could relate the material you need to memorize for a math test to the rules of baseball if you are a sports fan, or use a cooking analogy to help you remember a chemistry concept if you are a fan of cooking. The sooner you start memorizing, the better! It takes time and repetition to memorize something. Plan to begin memorizing the material at least 1 week in advance, and even sooner if possible. Work on memorizing the material for a set amount of time every day. The time you will need will vary depending on the amount of material you need to memorize. For example, if you need to memorize 20 new vocabulary words for a test, then you might only need to study for 30 minutes per day over the course of a week. However, if you need to memorize lines for a leading role in a play, then you will need to start memorizing 3 to 4 weeks in advance and plan to study your lines for at least an hour daily. You might find the material familiar when you re-read it and think that this means you have memorized it. However, this is not an accurate way to check for memorization. Self-testing is better for seeing how well you are retaining the material. Try to recall the information without looking at your notes. If you can recall the information accurately without help, then you have memorized it. For example, if you need to be able to explain photosynthesis for a science test, then see if you can do this without checking your notes first. If you need to be able to recite a poem from memory, then try to recite it. Teaching other people the material that you have studied is another potent way to commit it to memory. After you have studied the material and feel that you have a good understanding of it, try to explain it to a friend or family member. If you can do this without checking your notes, then you have memorized the information.
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One-sentence summary -- Relate the information to something you already understand. Memorize the information over several days or weeks. Quiz yourself on the material you have studied. Teach other people what you have learned.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If stinkbugs have made their way into your home, dispose of them without crushing them. Damage to their bodies will release their terrible odor, which will linger in your home. Be mindful of where you step if you see stink bugs in your home, and dispose of them as gently as possible. The simplest way to get rid of stink bugs is to carefully collect them and eliminate them without crushing them. Use a brush and dustpan to gently sweep up the bugs without harming them. Quickly shake out the bugs into your toilet and flush them immediately to get rid of them. If you have a bagged vacuum cleaner, use it to suck up stink bugs and immediately dispose of the entire bag. If the bugs are harmed by the strong suction of the vacuum they will likely release their strong smell once they are trapped in the bag. Do not use any other type of vacuum, as the smell of the stink bugs may linger. Pour 1 cup (240ml) of hot water into a spray bottle. Add 0.5 cups (120ml) of white vinegar and 0.25 cups (59ml) of dish soap, then shake the bottle gently to combine them. Spray the mixture directly onto stink bugs to kill them.

SUMMARY:
Avoid squishing stink bugs. Sweep up stink bugs and flush them down the toilet. Use a bagged vacuum cleaner to suck up bugs, then dispose of the bag. Spray bugs with a combination of soap, vinegar, and hot water.