Problem: Article: Having poorly marked or unclear boundaries can result in arguments as to whether or not someone stepped off-sides. Keep this from happening clearly marking boundaries with clear lines drawn in the dirt, gravel, or on the cement with a piece of chalk. You'll also have to decide which player will serve first. The victor of the previous game is typically allowed the first serve, however if there was no previous game, you might select the serving player with a coin toss. The direction of the first serve is always the decided by the player returning the serve. The game begins when one player serves the ball, usually by holding it in one hand and hitting it with the other. You might try a punching motion, as this can pop the ball outside the reach of your opponent. Each player should try to hit the ball, one clockwise, and the other counterclockwise. It is generally acceptable to hit the ball with either the fist or the open hand, but be sure you don't "carry" the ball when using an open handed strike. There is no rule in tetherball stating that you must hit the ball, so you might allow the ball to zoom past you intentionally to throw off your opponent. You can also hit the ball in the same direction as your opponent, sometimes sneaking it by him and giving you a better position to strike the ball out of his reach. To trick your opponent, you also might: Pop slower balls over the head of your opponent by lightly punching the ball upwards with your knuckles. Hit the ball lightly when your opponent expects a harder return. When one player manages to wind the ball all the way around the pole so that it can be wound no farther, the game ends. A match can consist of one, three, five, or more games depending on house rules. In some versions of the game, the ball must strike the pole with the final wrap above a height goal marked on the pole, generally a five foot (1 m) high mark. A height goal lower than five feet (1 m) can be used for younger players. If you want to mark a height goal for your tetherball set, consider using some colored electrical tape.
Summary: Mark your boundaries. Take your position opposite your opponent. Serve or return the ball. Hit the ball back and forth. Fake out opponents with strategy and variety. Play until the victor is decided.

Problem: Article: Using paper is a simple, but fun way to makeover your file cabinets. Shelf paper or contact paper is usually made of vinyl and not paper. Be sure to choose vinyl if you come across both types as it is more durable and is easier to clean. The surfaces to which you will apply the contact paper should be dent-free, or the finished project will not look good. The exterior hardware MUST be removed in order for the paper to apply smoothly. With the drawer sitting face up, measure the width and height of the drawer face. Most contact paper has a "criss-cross" grid on the back side. This helps you cut straight lines. They are usually " or 1" squares. Cut a piece of contact paper about one inch larger than each measurement. Peel back about one inch of the backing paper to expose the adhesive on the paper. Do this along the "long" edge of the paper. Carefully align the exposed edge along the corresponding edge of the drawer face with about a half-inch overhang. Carefully run your finger over the paper to stick it down to the drawer. Make sure the paper does not wrinkle while you do this. Slowly peel back about " of backing paper at a time as you carefully stick the paper to the drawer surface. Do this in very small segments to reduce the risk of bubbles and wrinkles. Continue this process until the entire surface is covered. It is recommended that you "prime" a vinyl surface with a solid white contact paper. Otherwise, the wood-grain pattern will show through if you are using a light-colored pattern. Use a razor blade or sharp utility knife to trim off the excess. You can use the outer edges of the drawer as a natural straight-edge to get a clean, straight cut. If you get a wrinkle, be very careful if you peel the paper off the drawer. Vinyl stretches and it may not re-apply correctly. If this happens, you can cut away the bad piece and replace it with a new one. Use a straight-edge to make your cut so it will be straight. If you get air bubbles or pockets under the paper, use the sharp corner of a razor blade or the sharp tip of a utility knife to pierce the bubble and release the air. It should then flatten out nicely. Repeat this method for all surfaces. Do one surface at a time on the cabinet and do not try to completely wrap the cabinet with one piece. Cut out decorative shapes with a contrasting color of contact paper and apply it to the newly covered surfaces. You may also get pre-cut letters and shapes to personalize your cabinet.
Summary: Choose your paper. Measure the width and height of the drawer face. Cut the contact paper to size. Align and place the paper on the drawer. Trim off the excess and correct any misapplications. Add some extra decoration for a personal touch.

Problem: Article: When you're finding sources for the short essay, weed out any unnecessary sources so that you don't become overwhelmed. Only cite sources that directly inform the topic you want to address. If you're unsure about which sources are relevant, or which types of sources you should be gathering, talk with your instructor. So, if you're writing about Death of a Salesman, an article about symbolism in Arthur Miller's plays would be useful. But, an article about the average cost of Midwestern hotels in the 1940s would be irrelevant. If you're writing a scholarship essay, double-check the instructions to clarify what types of sources you're allowed to use. Especially when writing a college application essay, it's crucial that you stay within the word count. Cut extra words and information that isn't strictly necessary. Remove adverbs, adjectives, and lengthy verb phrases, as well as cliches and generalizations. A common cliche you might find in an essay is a statement like, "I'm the hardest working student at my school." For example, this sentence is too verbose: "I have been a relentlessly stellar student throughout my entire high school career since I am a seriously dedicated reader and thoroughly apply myself to every assignment I receive in class." Shortened, it could read: "I was a stellar student throughout my high school career since I was a dedicated reader and applied myself to every assignment I received." Writing in the active voice will help you keep your sentences succinct and to the point. Write sentences that express an idea clearly and directly. To keep your sentences brief, begin most sentences with the subject (the person or thing performing an action) and the action they perform, rather than describing how an object is acted upon. Avoid writing something like, "Willie Loman can be seen as having achieved little through his life because he is not respected by his sons and is not valued by his co-workers." Instead, write, "Arthur Miller shows readers that Willie's life accomplishments have amounted to little. Willie's sons do not look up to him, and his co-workers treat him without respect." If you're passionate about your essay topic, you may feel inclined to include multiple arguments relating to multiple facets of the topic. However, this will almost certainly put you over the word count. To avoid this problem, include only the best evidence supporting your strongest claim. For example, if you're trying to prove that WWII pulled the USA out of the Great Depression, focus strictly on an economic argument. Avoid bringing in other, less convincing topics. For example, don't dedicate a paragraph to discussing how much it cost the USA to build fighter jets in 1944.
Summary:
Quote only from secondary sources that are related to your topic. Remove verbiage to keep your essay under the word count. Write short sentences in the active voice. Present only the most relevant argument in your essay.