Bedroom
How often should you clean your bedroom?
Every day, so that things don't pile up.
How often should you clean your bathroom?
Once or twice per week, depending on how dirty it gets.
How often should you clean the kitchen?
Every time you use it
How often should you do dishes?
Every day, so they don't pile up. If not every day, at least once per week, so no mold grows and so no bugs are attracted.
Someone is trying to get past you in the grocery store. What do you do?
Say excuse me, move out of the way, and maybe even apologize.
What's the best way to clean your bedroom?
a. Start by picking up all the clothes and starting a load of laundry, next clean up all the trash, then put away all mis-placed objects or toys, last dust, wipe down, and then vacuum or mop.
OR
b. Do everything by section. For example, start in one corner of the room and do everything, then move to the next corner of the room.
A, because while you are cleaning, laundry is getting done, and this allows you to manage your time better. The most important things are getting done first.
How do you clean a bathroom?
a. Take out the trash, put away all misplaced items, move things off the sink and out of the shower, put in toilet bowl cleaner, wipe down the sink, shower, and then the toilet, scrub and rinse the toilet bowl cleaner, then sweep and mop. This is best order.
b. Wipe down the sink, toilet, and shower, take out the trash, sweep, and mop. That's all you have to do. It doesn't matter in what order.
First, take out all the trash, then put away all misplaced items. Next, move things off the sink and out of the shower so everything can be wiped down. Before you start cleaning, put in toilet bowl cleaner to let it sit. Then, wipe down the sink and the counter. Clean out the tub and the shower. Use a proper cleaning product to clean the toilet. Scrub the inside of the toilet, then flush out the cleaner. Finally, sweep and mop the floor. Leave the fan on to vent out the cleaning chemicals. This is the best order.
When you are putting dishes in the dishwasher, what goes on the top rack?
Bowls, Small Tupperware, Small Lids, Large Utensils, and Short Cups
What temperature should the water be when you are doing dishes?
HOT water because it helps get food and grease off more easily and gets rid of all the germs. Cold water does not get rid of germs.
What should you ALWAYS do when there are people behind you, and you are going out the door?
Hold the door open for the people behind you. This is very important.
Why is it important to put your dirty clothes in a basket or in a separate part of the closet and not just throw them on the ground?
What 2 cleaning products should never be mixed?
a. Clorox wipes and glass cleaner
b. Ammonia and bleach
c. Toilet bowl cleaner and multi-purpose cleaner
Ammonia and bleach, because they make mustard gas that will burn your eyes, nose, throat, and chest.
When putting dishes in the dishwasher, what goes on the bottom rack?
Large pots and pans, plates, large Tupperware, tall cups, and silverware
Rinse them off!
You are supposed to meet your friend for dinner in 1 hour, but you realize you are going to be 20 minutes late. What should you do?
Call your friend and tell them you are going to be 20 minutes late. Ask them if it's okay or if you need to reschedule.
How often should you dust and wipe down the surfaces in your room?
When you clean a mirror, why is it important to use glass cleaner and a microfiber cloth?
a. Because a regular washcloth will scratch the mirror
b. Because no other cleaning products work
c. Because the microfiber cloth and the glass cleaner are best for preventing streaks and smudges
C because the other two are not correct.
What do you always have to do BEFORE you start the garbage disposal?
Run the water so it doesn't break
What is something you should always do after you wash the dishes before you dry them?
Rinse them AND run your hand and fingers all around the dish to feel if there is any stuck-on food or grease you may have missed.
What should you always do when someone sends you a nice gift?
Write them a thank you card or note or call them to tell them thank you
Why is it important NOT to eat in your bed?
Crumbs can get into your sheets and make your bed dirty. Additionally, the trash and crumbs could attract ants or bugs. Finally, it is better to eat at a table or in the living room because it is a healthier habit than eating in your room. Beds should only be for sleeping.
What should you always turn on before you get in the shower and why?
The fan so that the steam from the water doesn't cause water damage to the ceiling or walls.
How often should you clean out and wipe down your fridge?
You should check the fridge at the end of every week, such as on a Friday or Sunday, to throw out leftovers and disinfect. The refrigerator often has more bacteria than your toilet! You have to clean it EVERY week.
What are some ways to help save water when doing dishes?
Rinse off dishes before putting them in the sink to reduce the amount of time and water it takes to wash them later
Use the dishwasher instead of hand washing
Only run the dishwasher when it is full
Don't leave the water running unless you are using it
Using the three steps we've been practicing, what do you do when someone asks you a question or starts talking to you?
Respond, Ask it Back, Keep it Going!
Meaning, you respond to what they say, ask them the same question back, and keep the conversation going with another related question, or end it with a positive comment.