In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Your instructor will probably pass out valuable information sheets or outlines for the class lessons. You can often take notes on these sheets throughout the lesson so that you can refer back to them when you study. Don't forget to read and refer to your class textbook. In addition to giving broad themes, textbooks usually give lots of detailed examples which can help you understand key concepts. Ask several classmates to meet up and go over course material together. Keep the group small so you don't become distracted. Meet on a regular basis and go over coursework. For example, meet at the end of every week to review notes from the week's instruction. Write down any questions or concerns you're unable to work through as a group. This way, you can ask the instructor to explain the concepts and you'll be better prepared for exams. If you have a quick question, don't hesitate to ask your instructor during or after the lesson. This can clear up any minor confusion you might have. But, if you're having trouble understanding a larger concept or theme, you may want to go to the instructor's office hours. This way, you'll have more time to go over the material. Attending your instructor's office hours is also a good way to show the instructor that you're taking the language class seriously. Don't wait until the day before an exam to contact your instructor. Instead, ask questions as soon as you have them. If you'd like more one-on-one explanation or a chance to work on your conversational skills, hire a private tutor. Make sure the tutor is qualified and will be able to work on any areas you're concerned with. For example, you might want to hire a tutor so that you can work speaking skills. You might hire someone who has experience speaking the language in the country of origin. Consider asking your instructor to recommend a tutor. The instructor might be able to recommend former students who'd be willing to work with you or fellow colleagues that also work as tutors. Your school may offer drop-in tutors for you to work with. Check your program's language resources to find out more.
Summary: Utilize class materials. Work with a study group. Talk with your instructor. Consider hiring a tutor.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: This special passbook is available only to people on a tourist visa, must be purchased before arriving in Japan and offers unlimited rides on Japan Railways trains for one, two, or three weeks. A rail pass for one week is around 28,300yen or $300USD for regular cars, to 37,800 Yen or $415USD for green cars. A "green car" on Japanese trains is a luxury car. The difference is very small and you will find that all seats on the Shinkansen are quite comfortable and spacious. Near most train stations you can rent a bicycle for the day for under $10. If you're going to tour a whole town you might find that a bicycle is cheaper, more convenient, and more fun than taking the bus or a subway. However, if you come during the rainy season to save money on the plane ticket you may want to stick with the buses and subways. If not, affordable rain gear can be purchased in any convenience store. . It sounds like bad advice but in Japan hitchhiking isn't nearly as dangerous as it can be in other countries, especially for men. Many Japanese people will drive you as far as they can for nothing more than a few hours of English conversation. It is not recommended for solitary female travelers and is best done in pairs if you do hitchhike. For more details, read Will Ferguson's Hitchhiker's Guide to Japan.
Summary: Get a Japan Rail Pass. Rent a bicycle. Hitchhike

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The AASBD (All-American Soap Box Derby) organization has specific requirements and limitations that you and your gravity racer will need to meet. The divisions are: The Stock Division, designed for participants aged 7 to 13. The combined weight of car and driver may not exceed 200 pounds. The Super Stock Division is open to participants between the ages of 10 and 17, and the combined weight of car and driver not to exceed 240 pounds. The Masters Division is open to participants between the ages of 10 and 17. Car and driver may not exceed 255 pounds. All competition kits must be purchased through the AASBD. They are available online at here. They are available at http://www.aasbd.net/cgi-bin/commerce.cgi?search=action&category=0013.
Summary:
Determine your racing division. Purchase the kit. Download the plans. Build it!