Frequently Asked Questions About the American Literature Research Project.

1. Why can't I type when I first open Impress?
I don't know. But by clicking on "Outline" and beginning to type and then clicking back on "Normal," you should be able to type freely.

2. What do I need on my title page?
You need your title, your name, the date, and the name of the class.

3. What is a thesis statement?
Your thesis is your main idea - your topic sentence. Tell who or what your project will be about.

4. What is a hyperlink and how do I insert one?
A hyperlink is a link to a webpage about your author that you wish to include in your presentation. To add one, first find the website you want to include and copy its URL (web address). In Impress, click "Insert," then click "Hyperlink" and paste the URL (the web address) into the box marked "Target." If you want the link to appear as something other than the URL in your presentation, type what you want it to appear as in the "Text" box. Or you can simply type the URL directly onto your slide.

5. How do I add a picture?
Basically, you do the same thing you do to add a hyperlink. Find the picture you want on the web, copy the URL (web address) and click "Insert" and then "Picture" and then "From File." Copy the URL of the picture into the box labeled "Location."

6. How do I add a video or animation?
Find a video on either www.youtube.com or google videos. Copy the URL (web address) of the video and then add it as a hyperlink. See question number four above.

7. How do I copy and paste?
To highlight what you want, either drag the mouse over it or hold down Control and "A." To copy, hold down Control and "C." To paste, hold down Control and "V."