The Saturday Evening Post articles from January 2006

The Saturday Evening Post archives from January 2006

What a read!(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... I just finished An Unquiet Mind by Kay Red field Jamison, Wow! What a read. Thanks for sharing. Douglas Zipes, M.D. Indiana University School of Medicine Indianapolis, Indiana

How old is she?(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... Something puzzled me concerning a letter in the Sept./Oct. issue of the SatEvePost. The writer of the letter, who said he was 90 years old, said that his mother still takes the Ladies' Home Journal. How old is she? I really enjoy The...

Proud Marine.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... In your November/December 2005 issue you printed a poem, "My Marine's Sentinel," by Sandra Lee James, with a Norman Rockwell illustration (page 83). Is it possible to order a copy suitable for framing? I would like to surprise my...

Supergrain.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... I so enjoyed the article on supergrains. Do you know of any place in the Seattle, Washington, area where I could find Chia seeds? Inez Bowman Seattle, Washington I received my Nov./Dec. '05 issue this week and need a question...

A reader's remedy.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... I have had restless legs syndrome for some time. I control it by doing high-stepping exercises, over 100 high steps until I get tired, before I go to bed. If at bed time I don't have the energy for the high steps, I do 40 high leg lifts on each...

Turning the heat on cancer.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... In your July/August issue there is an article called "Turning the Heat on Lung Cancer," which explains a new technology of radiology on cancer cells. The article does not give any information about how to get in touch with anyone who does this...

Ho-ho-ho.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... I just wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed Harvey Ehrlich's "Politically Correct Santa" in the Nov./Dec. 2005 issue. It's so timely and relevant. I'm going to cut it out and put it in my Saturday Evening Post Christmas Book, right...

Moore praise.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... This is in response to criticism of Mary Tyler Moore in your Nov./Dec. letters to the editor. I don't believe Ms. Moore was wrong on any count. I think her research has been excellent, and I think that as a wonderful spokesperson she is...

In support of stem cells.(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... Don't get me wrong. I'm a religious person with a firm conviction that life is precious. But after reading Dr. Mehmet Oz's feature "Demystifying Stem Cells" (Nov./Dec. 2004 issue), I am changing gears. If federal restrictions are in place...

Whistle for lost keys.(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... My mother had a key chain; every time she lost it, all she had to do was whistle and there would be a beeping noise so she could locate it wherever it was in a large house. I am not sure who made it and sure would like to know. Does anyone...

Was it an apple?(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... I am writing about the article in the Sept./Oct. 2005 issue "Food in the News: Apples and Antioxidants." The article says Adam did the right thing by eating the apple, at least as far as his health was concerned. If that is in reference to...

The wit and wisdom of Benjamin Franklin: his enduring wisdom leads us to a higher appreciation of his genius.(Poor Richard Speaks)
January 1, 2006... What one relishes, nourishes. Don't think to hunt two Hares with one Dog. Never spare the parson's wine, nor the baker's pudding. Laws like to cobwebs, catch small flies; Great ones break through before your eyes. Drink water,...

How to age gracefully: from human growth hormone to immortal cells, Dr. Andrew Weil explains the science behind the process of aging and proffers his own prescription for living a longer and healthier life.(POST BOOKSHELF)(Book Review)
January 1, 2006... Healthy Aging: A lifelong guide to your physical and spiritual well-being by Andrew Weil, M.D., 304 pages, Knopf, $27.95 For anyone who is getting older and would like to know if there is anything they can do about it, Dr. Andrew Well's...

Who's old? Grow old along with me! The funny times are yet to be!
January 1, 2006... I feel like my body has gotten totally out of shape, so I got my doctor's permission to join a fitness club and start exercising. I decided to take an aerobics class for seniors. I bent, twisted, gyrated, jumped up and down, and perspired for...

Tips for vibrant health and beauty at every age.(LOOK GOOD, FEEL GOOD)
January 1, 2006... New Device Eases Computer Use A new computer mouse adapter is making it easier for people with essential tremor or other tremor conditions such as Parkinson's disease to open an e-mail and navigate a Web site. The adapter, invented by...

When to sell a stock? That's the toughest question in all investing.
January 1, 2006... My biggest mistake in 25 years of writing newspaper and magazine articles about the stock market started innocently. My intention, in a February 23, 2003, column for the Washington Post, was to show readers how to analyze a stock and decide...

Bounty of beans: shifting your diet away from heavy consumption of animal foods to heart-healthy alternatives, like beans, is a step in the right direction.(HEARTBEAT: Healthy Heart Recipes)
January 1, 2006... Versatile, nutritious and flavorful, beans not only offer an incredible range of aromas and flavor, but they also play a role in preventing such chronic ailments as heart disease, hypertension, stroke, and some cancers. Among the oldest...

It's a guy thing.(Cartoon)
January 1, 2006... "Do you have the same thing in Parmesan?" "Dear, I'm going to the library for a while." "I'm waiting for the kid next door to crank up his boom box!" "You know how the old saying goes: Teach a man to fish and he'll opt for early...

The other George W.: first in war and first in peace, our first President was far more complex than popular histories would have us believe, and perhaps the greater for it.(George Washington)
January 1, 2006... George Washington is as close to being a secular saint as the nation has ever known. But his elusive persona is littered with fallacious lore, say the most careful historians. Moreover, his personality was infinitely complex, and sometimes...

Post editors' picks ...
January 1, 2006... Post readers are invited to send in nominations for the funniest greeting card, funniest print advertisement, and the funniest magazine cover. Make us laugh, and you could receive $200. Winners in the greeting card category 1ST PLACE...

Parents vs. kids.(Cartoon)
January 1, 2006... "Do I want a spanking? Is that some kind of a trick question?" "You said we learn from our mistakes, so I must be learning a lot." "I can't stay out very long... I have to help my father with his computer." "Some of the most...

Erratic heart rate.(HEART HEALTH: ASK DR. ZIPES: A noted cardiologist answers your questions.)
January 1, 2006... Reader: I am a woman in my early 60s. Since age 12 or so, I could feel my heart pounding and racing. During treatment at a hospital, I set off the heart monitor. I am sending my latest thyroid test results and the Holter monitor test results....

Reducing cardiac risk.(health solutions)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Reader: Before age 69, I was told that "scar tissue reveals patient had heart attack." It's hard to know when. I take HCTZ, Toprol XL, and Diovan. I am now 73. Am I apt to have another heart attack? Dr. Zipes: The heart is a muscle and...

Chronic chest discomfort.(health care solutions)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Reader: I have had two angioplasties and a heart attack in 2004. Some months ago, I had a nuclear stress test and pulmonary test. They said both heart and lungs are pretty good. I still get out of breath so easy and am dizzy a lot. I take...

Sick sinus syndrome.(health care solutions)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Reader: I was diagnosed in 1998 with congestive heart failure and also something called sick sinus syndrome, about which I can find no info at all Can it be fixed with surgery? Can you give me some advice on what to do? Dr. Zipes: Sick...

Osteoporosis: pathways to prevention.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Good nutrition, regular exercise, and (in some cases) medical treatments help reduce your risk of bone-weakening osteoporosis. What you don't know can hurt you. Take the following true-or-false quiz to learn more about protecting your bones to...

Drug eases chemo side effect.(Neurontin)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Scientists recently studied the impact of a prescription antiseizure drug on 420 women receiving chemotherapy for breast cancer who suffered two or more hot flashes a day. The women were randomly selected to receive daily doses of 300 mg or 900...

Cold, flu, or allergy?(check the symptoms)(Brief Article)(Illustration)
January 1, 2006... Cold, Flu, or Allergy? We're into the prime season for colds and flu. And the drop in outdoor temperatures can also trigger allergies as people spend more time in their homes around pet dander and house dust mites. Since these diseases...

Applicant resume bloopers.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... * My intensity and focus are at in ordinately high levels, and my ability to complete projects on time is un speakable. * Education: Curses in liberal arts, curses in computer science, curses in accounting. * Instrumental in ruining...

Know thy spouse.(Cartoon)
January 1, 2006... "I love this! Do you have the receipt?" "Well, you can either agree with me or be wrong!" "Despite my prayers, I was led into temptation." "Alice, would you hand me an old rag?" "Here!" [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED]

The Post salutes Nobel Prize winner Dr. Barry Marshall.(Saturday Evening Post )
January 1, 2006... The Saturday Evening Post magazine congratulates fearless Australian researcher Dr. Barry Marshall, who was awarded the 2005 Nobel Prize in Medicine last October. The Post led the way in announcing the remarkable and unexpected discovery that...

Focus on omega-3.(care for dry eye syndrome)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... For the more than 8 million people in the United States suffering from dry eye syndrome, emerging research from Brigham and Women's Hospital and the Schepens Eye Research Institute suggests that changing dietary habits may help play a key role...

Parkinson's disease and bone health.(research by Journal of American Geriatrics Society)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... A new study suggests that older men with Parkinson's disease (PD) should be screened for osteoporosis. Patients should also inquire about ways to boost bone density with safe exercises and appropriate doses of such bone-building nutrients as...

Garlic fights colds and flu.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... If you want to avoid catching a cold or the flu, you may want to consider taking a supplement containing aged garlic extract, or AGE. A study published in Clinical Drug and Pharmacology reports that adults taking 600 mg of AGE twice daily...

Smoking, obesity threaten lives.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... A recent medical study reiterates that there is no such thing as a safe level of smoking. The important data show that one to four cigarettes a day can nearly triple the risk of death from heart disease and lung cancer. "This new study...

Be prepared.(medical emergencies)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... In case of emergency--whether an inconvenient power outage or life-threatening disasters--the American Geriatrics Society recommends the following steps to provide for the medical needs of you and your family. STEP 1. Order a medical ID...

Exploring home care.(checklist to help in seeking home health care service)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Home health care is quickly taking the place of other care options such as nursing homes, and the demand for quality home care is high. Most private duty providers fall into one of two categories: a private duty agency that employs their...

From the pharmacy.(hypothyroidism: symptoms and drug dosages, preventing prescription errors, check the prescription drugs for sodium content)
January 1, 2006... * Thyroid: Over five million Americans have an underactive thyroid, a condition known as hypothyroidism; many are undiagnosed. Characteristic symptoms include fatigue, weakness, weight gain, coarse hair, feeling cold, depression, constipation,...

Lose that spare tire.(abdominal fat may lead to high blood sugar,cholesterol, and hypertension)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... If your waist is wider than your hips, you are more at risk for heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. A new international survey shows that most Americans are unaware that excess abdominal fat may set the stage for high blood sugar, low HDL...

Internet streamlines stroke care.(REACH connects eight rural hospitals to stroke experts )(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Minutes count when stroke occurs. Now, advances in computer technology are helping expedite the delivery of clot-busting drugs to treat stroke patients in rural areas of Georgia. An Internet-based network, known as REACH, connects eight...

New CPR training kit.(Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
January 1, 2006... A new program developed by the American Heart Association and Laerdal Medical helps families and neighbors learn the core skills of CPR in less than half an hour. NHW groups can use the training kit--which also includes information about...

Ways to raise good cholesterol.(HDL cholesterol )(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Increasing your "good" HDL cholesterol is as important to heart health as trying to lower "bad" LDL cholesterol that can slowly build up in key arteries. Medical experts say that HDL helps carry cholesterol away from the arteries and back...

Omega-3s lower heart rate.(research by American Heart Association, researchers)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... For decades, researchers have been intrigued by the potential heart-healthy benefits of consuming omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil. Now, a new analysis provides "firm evidence" that fish oil affects the electrical workings of the heart--in...

Heart attack or heartburn?(imaging technique called the SPECT scan can detects heart damage )(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... While chest pain may indicate an underlying heart problem, many times it does not. The following diagnostic test may someday help physicians identify patients at high cardiac risk versus those suffering with heartburn, muscle pain, and other...

Fitness counts.(regular exercise can greatly reduce the risk of dying from heart disease)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Regular exercise can greatly reduce the risk of dying from heart disease, even when cholesterol levels are high, scientists report. Researchers at Queens University in Kingston, Ontario, admit they were surprised by the risk-reducing impact...

Water pills for hypertension.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... When ACE inhibitors or calcium channel blockers fail to curb high blood pressure, a new study from Indiana University School of Medicine suggests that adding a low-cost water pill is more effective than increasing the doses of current...

Q&A corner: the BUN test.(blood urea nitrogen)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... 1. What is a BUN test? This blood test measures the level of blood urea nitrogen, a chemical that is produced when the body breaks down protein molecules. Urea is formed in the liver and excreted by the kidneys. 2. Why do doctors order the...

Benjamin Franklin turns 300: a new coffee-table book explains why we still celebrate the life of the oldest, and most modern, of America's founding fathers three centuries after his birth.(Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World )(Book Review)
January 1, 2006... Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World edited by Page Talbott, 396 pages, Yale University Press, $40.00 The Benjamin Franklin we all know--the familiar one from his famous autobiography--"is merely one element in the richly textured...

Tercentenary exhibit.
January 1, 2006... PHILADELPHIA December 15, 2005-April 30, 2006 National Constitution Center ST. LOUIS June 8, 2006-September 4, 2006 Missouri Historical Society HOUSTON October 11, 2006-January 21, 2007 The Houston Museum of...

More cholesterol-lowering foods at the supermarket.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... A growing list of foods containing cholesterol-lowering plant sterols are now available at your grocer. Phytosterols are a type of cholesterol occurring naturally in plants; they have the effect of lowering serum cholesterol when consumed by...

A sweet way to lower cholesterol.(Sukkar: a delicious molasses-flavored syrup can lower cholesterol)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... A Colombian inventor has found a way to extract sugar cane juice without destroying its natural nutrients. The resulting product, called Sukkar, is a delicious molasses-flavored syrup that is extremely rich (50 mg per teaspoon) in polycosanols,...

Health-boosting mushrooms.(antioxidant ergothioneine in button mushrooms help lower cholesterol and prevent chronic diseases)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Common button mushrooms may help lower cholesterol and prevent chronic diseases, according to new research. Penn State food scientists, using a new assay for examining fungi, found mushrooms to be the highest source of the powerful antioxidant...

Tips from the kitchen.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... When using cooking sprays in nonstick pans, spray the food with the oil instead of the cookware. Sprayed directly on the nonstick pan, cooking spray will carbonize and build up, causing the pan to lose its nonstick surface. When cooking...

Healthful recipe of the month.(California Pistachio Pasta Salad)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Pistachios have joined the ranks of heart-healthy nuts. Researchers have discovered the tasty greenish morsels are high in fiber, vitamin Bo, thiamine, phosphorus and copper. A one-ounce serving of pistachios (approximately 49 nuts) contains as...

A lady's best friend: lap dogs large and small have their day in this edition of illustrators Hall of Fame.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Putting on the dog, meaning "to make a display of wealth or importance, especially by dressing stylishly and flashily" actually comes from the ancient custom of noble women sporting lapdogs. The silky-haired Maltese was the top dog in ancient...

Drug war: an American epidemic: with the meth epidemic raging, states try limiting access to the ingredients.
January 1, 2006... Lt. Ron D. Smith of the Nevada County Sheriffs Department has seen plenty of drug users in his time, but nothing quite like the ones tweaked on meth. In his "sleepy little county" in central California, 40 percent of all arrests are...

Getting back on your feet: thanks to advances in technology, people suffering from severe joint pain have an increasingly effective option--replacement surgery.(Interview)
January 1, 2006... Veteran journalist Hugh Downs and television and stage actress Angela Lansbury number among the 365,000-plus Americans annually opting for knee replacement surgery, according to data from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. For...

The silver skates: a long time ago in a far-off land, a young boy had to decide between winning the race of his dreams or helping a friend in need.(READ ALOUD FOR CHILDREN)(Short Story)
January 1, 2006... Long ago, on a bright December morning, two children were kneeling on the bank of a frozen canal in Holland. They were fastening clumsy pieces of wood on their feet. Each wood piece was narrow and smooth at the bottom and pierced with holes,...

Old cookbook reveals "amazing details of Washington's dining habits".(The Martha Washington Cookbook)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2006... Canton OH, Special -- With hundreds of servants at her command... a person would think our first First Lady was a woman of leisure. Not so... according to a new historical discovery. A long out-of-print volume entitled, "The Martha...

Don't forget your vitamins!(vitamin supplementation improves glomerular renal function in patients with type 2 diabetes )(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... In the journal Diabetes Care, a team of investigators demonstrated that vitamins C and E, along with mineral supplementation (including magnesium), appear to improve kidney function in patients with type 2 diabetes and proved useful in...

Sopranos star speaks out on diabetes.(Aida Turturro)
January 1, 2006... Television and stage star Aida Turturro, known to millions of fans as Janice Soprano in the HBO series The Sopranos, is sharing her personal struggle with type 2 diabetes to encourage others with or at risk for diabetes to know their numbers...

Inhaled insulin update.(treatment for type 2 diabetes )(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Does inhaled insulin help patients with type 2 diabetes unable to achieve optimum blood sugar control with oral medications? According to findings from recent studies published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, researchers noted that a...

Where in the world?(identify the places)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... For this issue, we've split our locations between France and America. Why? No real reason--perhaps we were subconsciously honoring Ben Franklin, who split his time between the two countries as an ambassador for eight years. In any case, we hope...

Where do you think you are?(find in map)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... East, West, North, or South, each of the areas above appears on the map of a single state or province. Can you identify these locations? If you find the game too easy (but you won't), try to guess this issue's theme, ?Hablo espanol? Where...

You be the judge.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Storekeeper Al ordered 10,000 sales slips bearing his business address and telephone number. By mistake, they were printed bearing the phone number of Jackson, a real-estate broker. Al spotted the error but continued to use the slips. As a...

The perfect squelch.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... A young man, blessed with more brawn than brains, was bragging at the construction site that he could outdo anyone in a feat of strength. He made a special case of teasing one of the older workers. After several minutes, the older man had had...

Band-aid allergy.(MEDICAL MAILBOX)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... Dear Dr. SerVaas, Could you tell us about the dangers of allergies to band-aids? I just had a terrible reaction after removal of a small basal cell carcinoma. The itch spread all over my shoulder area and down my arm. Is this a rare...

Retinal vein occlusion.(MEDICAL MAILBOX)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... Dear Dr. SerVaas, I would like to see retinal vein occlusion discussed, including the probable cause and prognosis. I have this problem and need to know the best place to purchase visual aids. Is there a place that specializes in this?...

Bipolar disease and viruses.(MEDICAL MAILBOX)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... Dear Dr. SerVaas, In the past, your magazine reported that viruses might trigger multiple sclerosis, chronic fatigue syndrome, and even schizophrenia. My question is: are any researchers investigating the possibility that some type of...

Retinal vein leaks and blurry vision.(MEDICAL MAILBOX)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... Dear Dr. SerVaas, Five years ago, I had cataract surgery on my right eye. After two other procedures, all went well and I could see okay with glasses. About six months ago, however, small blood vessels on my retina began to leak and my...

Concerning blepharitis.(MEDICAL MAILBOX)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... Dear Dr. SerVaas, I have seen many questions in your column concerning blepharitis. I have found that applying a very small amount of hydrocortisone ointment to my eyelid each morning keeps the blepharitis away. At first I had to apply it...

Oxalates and osteoporosis.(MEDICAL MAILBOX)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... Dear Dr. SerVaas, I have osteoporosis and have shrunk 1 1/2 inches. I recently heard that oxalates are found in green leafy veggies and other foods that we are told are a great source of calcium. Now I understand that they somehow deplete...

Protein matters, too.(MEDICAL MAILBOX)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Another dietary strategy to protect bone health is to eat protein in moderation. Nutritionists say that excess protein may leach calcium from your bones. In general, experts advise that for healthy adult women, about 55 grams of protein...

Root beer for mouth sores?(MEDICAL MAILBOX)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... Dear Dr. SerVaas, After reading about canker sores, I decided to tell about my brother's experience with that problem. From the time he was a boy, he had mouthfuls of canker sores until he was a married man with teenage sons and was told...

Nail cleft.(MEDICAL MAILBOX)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... Dear Dr. SerVaas, Your Medical Mailbox is a treasure: I have been a longtime subscriber to The Saturday Evening Post. In particular, I appreciate your encouragement of readers' anecdotes and responses to help others. I have a deep...

Raynaud's syndrome.(MEDICAL MAILBOX)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... Dear Dr. SerVaas, In the Medical Mailbox portion of The Saturday Evening Post, I have noticed a lot lately about Raynaud's syndrome. As a woman who has had scleroderma (crest) for 20 years, I only suffered from this affliction for less...

Gluten-free bread recipes.(MEDICAL MAILBOX)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... Dear Dr. SerVaas, In response to Marvin Lawson of Henderson, Kentucky, in the July/Aug. '05 Medical Mailbox: There are wheat-free recipes and cake mixes available at some health-food stores. The following recipe is for bread, and one...

More remedies for migraines.(MEDICAL MAILBOX)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... Dear Dr. SerVaas, I had severe migraines for over 20 years. Then I read about peanut butter allergies sometimes causing migraines. Since I was an avid user of peanuts and peanut butter--almost daily--I eliminated them from my diet. ...

Prostate problem.(MEDICAL MAILBOX)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2006... Dear Dr. SerVaas, I would appreciate your comment based on the few facts and figures I can furnish here. I am scheduled for a prostate procedure in about six months. As described to me, the prostate was affected by a bladder infection...

Not as prescribed.(POST SCRIPTS)
January 1, 2006... My feelings of shock and loss Are hard to contain When I drop an expensive pill Down the drain.

Where's the beef?(the oven was on, but the roast was in the refrigerator: a funny memory)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... My pastor-husband and I were anticipating Sunday lunch with a doctor friend and his wife. My regular roast complete with vegetables would be ready and waiting. Halfway through the service, I had a panic attack. I had forgotten to turn on...

Experience rating.(difference between education and experience )(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... The difference between education and experience is really quite simple. Education is what you get from reading the fine print. Experience is what you get from not reading it.

Wear and tear.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... When dressing for an evening out, I ask, "What shall I wear?" My wife will sing her usual song: "I really do not care." So I just grab some handy duds And some old crumpled hat--Then she has a change of tune: "You can't be wearing that!"

Raising the bar.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... A petty thief, a teacher and a lawyer die and go to Heaven. When they get there, they are stopped by St. Peter, who then says, "Sorry, Heaven's crowding up, so you need to answer a question correctly, or else you can't get in." He...