Describing how to make a standing wave?

[Kevin Spacey]

I'm struggling in physics class, and I really need help with this question. "If you are holding a spring in your hand and making waves, describe how to make a standing wave at the 2nd resonance frequency (next frequency over the fundamental). Include a sketch with your answer."

What does this even mean?! I have not attempted this question because I do not understand it.

 

[brainpushups]

Do you know what a standing wave is? If not, I recommend you crack open your textbook or look here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standing_wave