A summary is a piece of writing that tells the main ideas of something. It is basically a shortened version of a larger text that describes its main points.【小题1】 Follow these steps when writing a summary.

Carefully review the work you’re summarizing. If you are writing a summary of a written text, make sure to read it carefully. Thus, you can take note of what the author is saying and why he is saying it.【小题2】 Therefore, make sure to take detailed notes.

【小题3】Another way to ensure you are remembering important information is to underline words as you go. If you are watching something, write down time stamps of when important things happen. This makes it easier for you to look back on them when you are writing your summary.

Write down the main points. It is time to organize your summary into sentences that make up paragraphs. It’s suggested to start by writing down the main points in your own words. Make sure to write down these main points as they were presented by the author of the text.【小题4】

Add in supporting points. Add in some major supporting points for your main idea. While these are more detailed sentence, make sure they connect to the rest of the text. There is no need to add in minor details if they do not add any value to your summary.【小题5】 Maybe it was not a major plot point in the text. You only want to add general information that will give the reader a high-level understanding of the text.

Although problems are a part of our lives, it certainly doesn’t mean that we let them rule our lives forever. One day or another, you’ll have to stand up and say,“ Problems , I don’t want you in my life.” Of course, we’ve been fighting troubles ever since we were born. Problems with friends, parents, girlfriends, husbands, and children—the list goes on.【小题1】

But good news is that all problems can be dealt with. Now read on to know how to solve your problems.

Talking really helps. What most of us think is that our problems can be understood only by ourselves and that no talking is going to help. But the truth is that when you talk about it,you^’re setting free the negative energies that have been gathering within you.【小题2】

Write your problems. Having a personal diary can also be of great help if you don’t want a real person to talk with. When you write down your problems,you are setting free all the tension from your system. You can try throwing away the paper on which you wrote your problems.【小题3】

Don’t lose faith and hope. No matter what you lose in life,don’t lose faith and hope.【小题4】With faith, hope and confidence, you can rebuild everything that you lose.

【小题5】No matter what problem you get in life, there are another one million people whose problems are bigger than yours. Tell yourself: when they can deal with them,why can^’t I ? Your problems might just seem bigger and worse,but in reality they can be solved.

Go about and solve your problems because every problem,however bigger or small, always has a way out.

Alternatives to plastic straws — What’s that straw made of?

Plastic straws may seem harmless, but they pose a danger to the environment. Because they’re so small, they easily find their way into the ocean. There they can harm animals that try to eat them. They may be small, but the millions of plastic straws that are used and discarded daily add up to a huge problem. What can you use instead of plastic straws?

Bamboo straws

Fast-growing and plentiful, bamboo stalks are ideal for making drinking straws. Multiple companies now produce bamboo straws, often without the use of chemicals. Bamboo straws can be washed in a dishwasher or by hand and used again and again. When they do wear out, they break down easily.

Glass straws

Glass straws can also be reused, and if they’re clear, it’s easy to see if they’re clean or not. Some companies make bent glass straws, which means you don’t have to tip your glass to drink with them. They are available in a variety of lengths, colors and widths, so consumers have many options to choose from.

Metal straws

Straws made of metal last a very long time and are easy to clean. Steel is the most common variety, but those willing to pay more can get titanium or silver straws.

Bottles that come with straws

Many water bottles come equipped with built-in straws. Although that straw may be made of plastic, you keep it and use it repeatedly. That means it probably won’t end up in a landfill or the ocean any time soon. Water bottles can also replace disposable cups, which cuts down on waste even more. And they can be economical if you choose to fill the bottles with water rather than buying drinks.

No straw

For many drinks, straws aren’t required; people can drink straight out of a cup. And businesses can cut down on the number of straws they use by simply asking people if they want one. Many people scarcely notice whether they have a straw or not.

Plastic straws are far from the only way to enjoy your favorite drink. Giving them up is an easy way to help take care of our planet.