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How can I look productive while doing absolutely nothing?

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Put on a long article with small text and just stare at it, changing it once in a while so it looks like you're reading it.

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What do I do if I have hemorrhoids?

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Get yourself a medicated cream and a doughnut pillow to sit on.

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What happens if I get caught?

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It depends on who catches you and what you were supposed to be doing. You might get in trouble, or they might not care at all.

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Will people notice me playing popup games while I "do work"?

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People may walk by at the wrong time and catch you. You will need to be careful If you play popup games, you can be easily caught.

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How do I look busy when I'm on a computer?

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Just type on your search bar while you have your work open on another tab. It will sound productive and if anyone checks, just switch it over.

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How do I explain being on the computer?

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You could say that you were searching for something or reading an article.

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What do I do if my teacher can see my screen the whole time?

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If your teacher can see the screen the entire time, you should do what you're supposed to do. There's no point in trying to play games or do off-task things.

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What do I do if I want to look productive and be lazy by doing work?

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You can't. That's basically impossible. You can't work and be lazy at the same time.

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How can I be friends with my teachers?

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In my experience, teachers will like you more if you do your work and participate during class.

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How do I summarize a page I read online?

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Identify the main points and claims of the page or article, only include important information. Pretend like you're writing it for someone who has never read the page before.

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