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W: What a nice, quiet spot away from all those people. Now tell me what’s bothering you.
M: Great. I need to get this off my chest. I’m having problems living with John, my roommate. We’ve barely spoken to each other in a month, and when we do, it’s to fight.
W: I knew you two were having problems, but I didn’ t know that things were so bad. What started it all?
M: Well, it started when we first moved in. I had a lot of things, and John wasn’t thrilled. He’ s not easy to please, you know.
W: So where did you find the room for all your stuff?
M: I put it in the closet in the kitchen. This made him really upset because he wanted to put his surfing gear in there.
W: Was that the only problem?
M: Oh, no. I like a neat, orderly apartment, but John is so carefree. His part of the apartment is always a mess. That’s okay if he’ s just messy in his room, but we also share living space, such as the kitchen, living room, bath and etc.
W: Have you tried talking to him about this?
M: I’ve tried, but then he starts yelling at me about how my friends are always coming over when he has a lot of work to do. I don’ t know what to do.
W: You might consider trying to compromise with him. If he promises to keep the house tidy, then you’ll get his permission before you bring your friends over.
M: That just might work. Thanks for the advice.
W: Anytime.
Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.
12. Where did this conversation probably take place?
13. Who is John?
14. Why does John get angry at the man?
15. What did the woman suggest the man do?