The literary review is a part of a larger research paper. Its purpose is to resolve conflicts, and point the way for further research. Here is how you can write a good review.

Clarify your professor’s requirements. Some instructors may ask you to do a literature review but not give more specific than that. How many sources should you include? 【小题1】 Knowing precisely what your professor is looking for is the first step to getting A.

Start with a suitable introduction. As with everything, first impressions matter. 【小题2】 If you are employing a statement, place it toward the end of your introductory paragraph.

Organize the body. 【小题3】 Since they’re all on the same topic, they probably have loads in common. So choosing the way for your specific focus is necessary. For example, arranging the sources by the trends may be the most obvious structure.

Come to a clear conclusion. 【小题4】 The closing paragraph needs to repeat what was said in the introduction. You can discuss what you’ve drawn so far from your studies.

【小题5】 You are not presenting information that sprang up from the wonders of your own mind, but you should still start and end each paragraph with your own words. Your voice should remain front and center.

I am an editor of an American magazine. The other day, a teenager wrote me an email. The following is the content: I am good at English and Chinese, but learning math is very difficult for me. 【小题1】 So I get very tired and bored of math. Do you know any advice on how to learn math? The following is my reply to him:

【小题2】 Math is that subject for you as it was for me and countless others. You’ve already completed the first step by identifying math as your primary subject to improve. Now you just need to act.

First, you can preview (预习) the lesson before class or days in advance. 【小题3】 So you won’t fall behind during class.

How much do you study? Make math your priority (优先事项). You can also ask for your classmates’ assistance. Someone who is getting top narks in your math class may be able to spend some time helping you out. Studying can also include watching videos of math concepts that your don’t understand. They might help simplify complicated topics and make learning fun.

We don’t want to blame others for our issues. But it is also possible that your teacher isn’t making class as fun as he or she can. 【小题4】 It is just the way of student life. In this case, you will have to be proactive (积极主动的). If you can think of any fun games to play to use math concepts you have learned, I am sure your teacher wouldn’t mind hearing them.

【小题5】 Or even better, you can ask your classmates if they’d like to meet once or twice at school to discuss your math classes. I’m sure you are not the only one having a difficult time.

Fitness Magazine recently ran an article titled “Five Reasons to Thank Your Workout Partner.” One reason was: “You’ll actually show up if you know someone is waiting for you at the gym,” while another read: “You’ll work harder if you train with someone else.” With a workout partner, you will increase your training effort as there is a subtle competition.

So, how do you find a workout partner?

First of all, decide what you want from that person. Do you want to be a better athlete in your favorite sport? Or do you just want to be physically fit, able to move with strength and flexibility? Think about the exercises you would like to do with your workout partner.

You might think about posting what you are looking for on social media, but it probably won’t result in a useful response. A workout partner usually needs to live close by. If you plan on working out in a gym, that person must belong to the same gym.

My partner posted her request on the notice board of a local park. Her notice included what kind of training she wanted to do, how many days a week and how many hours she wanted to spend on each session, and her age. It also listed her favorite sports and activities, and provided her phone number. Any notice for training partner should include such information.

You and your partner will probably have different skills. Just accept your differences and learn to work with each other. Over time, both of you will benefit — your partner will be able to lift more weights and you will become more physically fit. The core of your relationship is that you will always be there to help each other.