1. The woman lives in a small, two-level apartment in Tokyo that caught her eye for its unusual layout. 2. She fills the apartment with potted plants to make it feel more lived-in and spacious since it is quite small. 3. Earthquakes cause household appliances to move, so she uses sticky pads to keep items secure.

1. LISTENING COMPREHENSION
Life in a crazy small apartment
1.Why did the man have to take off his shoes in the beginning of the video?
He had to take off his shoes because it is typical of the Japanese culture.
2. What is the one feature of her apartment that she said is not usual for an
apartment in Tokyo?
It’s got two separate levels, which is what caught her eye.
3. What did she say about having living things in the apartment?
She needs to have something living, happening in the space; that is the reason why she
has potted plants everywhere. Without them, her house would feel even smaller.
4. What problem do earthquakes cause in the apartment?
Household appliances move, so she has to get sticky pads.
5. What do Japanese kitchens prioritise in terms of space?
There is no bench space. They value sink-space more than cutting space.
6. Was the rent for her apartment considered expensive or cheap?
Taking into account all the different utilities that are included, it is cheap.
7. Why did she not want to have a bigger apartment?
She would never be satisfied, because she would want more and more, and it keeps one
creative. In addition, she loves living by herself.
8. What life lessons does living in a place like this teach the girl?
​It teaches her to be very selective with her possessions, so that she only keeps what
means the most to her. Besides, she has learn how to be creative, and how to make that
furnished space, hers.
9. What was your favourite thing about the apartment?
I agree with what has been mentioned on the video. It would be great to have my own
space, and make it cozy and comfortable.
10. What was your least favourite thing about the apartment?
I could not invite anyone and, after a few weeks, I’m sure it would start feeling
claustrophobic.