Renting An Apartment
What are some typical responsibilities of young adults living on their own?
Pay bills, go grocery shopping etc
The appliance used to wash clothes.
Washing Machine
What's a fun activity to do with your roommate?
Cook a meal, have a movie night etc.
Typically, when you move into an apartment, how many months is your lease for?
12 months
Name all the principals
Irving, Chavarria, Harper-Cotton
What should you do if you spill something on the carpet?
Blot the spill with a clean cloth and cleaner/water
To avoid shrinking clothes, it's important to wash them in this temperature of water.
Cold water
What's the best way to divide chores with your roommates?
Make a chore chart / Divide chores
How can you pay rent?
Check, money order, cashiers check
What are the four directions on a compass?
North, East, South, West
What should you do if something in your apartment needs repairs?
Notify the landlord (or something similar)
How should you sort your laundry?
By color and/or fabric type
What's the best way to handle a disagreement with your roommate?
Talk calmly and try to find a solution together (Or something similar)
What is it called when you borrow money to pay for college?
Student Loan
What are the three primary colors?
Red, Blue, Yellow
A refundable amount of money paid to a landlord to cover any damages beyond normal wear and tear
Security Deposit
The appliance to remove wrinkles from clothes?
An iron
What should you do if your roommate keeps leaving dirty dishes in the sink?
Talk to your roommate about it, create a chore chart (or something similar)
The company that sends you gas to heat your home or cook
PG&E
What is the largest state in the United States?
Alaska
An outline of the rules and responsibilities of both the tenant and landlord
What product can you use to make your clothes softer?
Fabric Softener or Dryer sheets
How can you show respect for your roommate's personal space/things?
Ask before using their things (or something similar)
What is usually required when you apply and move into an apartment? Name 2
Deposit (first and last), proof of income (paystubs), references etc.
What is the smallest state in the United States?
Rhode Island