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QUIZ: How Tidy Are You?

Are you a neatness obsessive or a bit of a slob? We’ll help you figure it out.
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FOR SOME PEOPLE, being tidy is a way of life. For others, it’s a daily struggle. So are you the neat and clean type, or can you only relax when things look a little scruffy around the edges?

Take our quiz to find out…

1. How often do you do a ‘big tidy’ at home?
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Once a month or so.
Only if guests are coming over.

I just clean as I go.
I’ve never done a big tidy, tbh.
2. Which of these most closely resembles how your bed looks right now?
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3. Speaking of beds, how often do you change your sheets?
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Every week.
Every few weeks.

I don’t really bother with stuff like that.
4. You’re outside and can’t find a bin. What do you do with your rubbish?
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Hold onto it until I can find a bin.
Lash it on the ground.
5. Do you keep track of your receipts?
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Yes, you never know when you might need them.
Only for really important purchases.

Why would I do that?
6. Do you own an iron?
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7. If yes, how often do you use it?
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Every time I do a load of laundry.
Only if something is really wrinkled.

I told you, I don’t own one.
8. The milk’s nearly gone, but there’s a drop left. What’s the correct procedure?
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Bin it. It’s not worth the hassle.
Ah, pop it back in the fridge.

Decant the last drop into the new carton or a milk jug. DUH.
9. You spill coffee on your shirt on the way to work. What do you do?
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Run home to change.
Keep my jacket on all day.

Wear it loud and proud.
Spill coffee on myself? That would never happen.
Answer all the questions to see your result!
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You scored out of !
You’re as neat as they come
Alright, Monica Geller. Your bed’s always made, everything has a place and you always look pristine. Sounds like you’re doing it right - but is there still room for improvement? Read on to find out...
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You scored out of !
You’re fairly tidy
You clean up after yourself, sure, but you don’t mind a little bit of organised mess here and there. Reckon you still have room for improvement? Read on for one really simple way to up your tidiness game.
Share your result:
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You scored out of !
You’re bordering on messy
You’ve definitely had to apologise for the mess when you’ve had unexpected guests in your house/car, but you’re not afraid of doing the occasional deep clean either. You’re on the right track. Reckon you still have room for improvement? Read on for one really simple way to up your tidiness game.
Share your result:
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You scored out of !
You’re a slob, but you kinda love it.
You’re at your happiest when surrounded by piles of clothes and unwashed dishes. It’s a way of life. Fancy cleaning up your act? Read on to find out one very simple way to start...
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