Problem: How to write a biographical sketch
Choose a figure who interests you.
Start by checking your assignment's guidelines. They might require you to stick to a historical period, part of the world, or academic field.

Answer: Browse textbooks, articles, and websites about the broader topic, and look for a figure who's life appeals to you. For example, suppose you need to write a biographical sketch of poet who lived in the 19th century.

Problem: How to make turkey ahead of time
Select your turkey.
The size of the turkey you need depends on the size of the crowd you're feeding. If you're just buying dinner for yourself, you can stick with a small turkey.

Answer: But if you're cooking the bird for a family get-together, you'll need a larger turkey. Generally, you'll need about 1.5 pounds of turkey per person.

Problem: A boy is shown swinging on a piece of gymnastic equipment with others training in the background. the camera
Answer: shows several shots of different boys swinging on the equipment around and around with the camera panning to different angles.