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What IKEA item should you put together this weekend?
Let’s be honest—so far, 2017 has been a constant bombardment of stuff hitting the fan. It’s hard not to go on Facebook or Twitter without wanting to scream at the slow downfall of American democracy! While it’s important to stay informed and active, don’t forget to take time to unplug and focus on another project. Take out all of that steam productively by building furniture! Not sure what to build? Take this quiz and find out:
1. How much time do you want to spend making furniture?
a. Not more than an hour.
b. I’m carving out the entire day for this, but it would be great if I could do it more quickly.
c. I don’t care how long it takes, as long as I can finish this project, for once.
d. Not longer than it takes to walk from my living room to the bathroom.
2. What is a hammer?
a. A tool that Habitat for Humanity probably uses a lot.
b. Something that pairs with nails, like how wine pairs with cheese. I am a hammer connoisseur.
c. Oh God. Am I going to need one for this?
d. Hammer…hammer time?
3. You’re cooking dinner tonight. What are you making?
a. A decadent frozen meal from Trader Joe’s.
b. Mushroom risotto that I made from scratch.
c. I’m on a first-name basis with everyone at the Domino’s on Pershing Avenue, so…
d. Fruit Loops without milk. I’m out of milk.
4. What’s your favorite building on campus?
a. The Danforth University Center, because it’s consistent.
b. Bauer Hall, because I need Starbucks to stay productive.
c. Duncker Hall, because I love sitting in drab darkness.
d. Mallinckrodt Center, because I think Subway smells good.
5. How often do you do laundry?
a. Usually whenever I run out of underwear.
b. Weekly. I have it scheduled in my Google Calendar.
c. I haven’t done it in a while, but I swear—I’m getting to it!
d. Honestly? YOU’RE LAUNDRY. YOU ARE LAUNDRY, QUIZ.
6. Would you like to give me gifts?
a. No?
b. No.
c. No!
d. NO
7. What product from IKEA do you actually need the most?
a. A dresser because I forgot I needed one when I moved into my unfurnished apartment.
b. A bed frame because my old one isn’t sturdy enough.
c. A desk chair because I am sick and tired of sitting on my dusty floor.
d. Meatballs because meatballs.
Mostly As: Desk chair
You’re in the market for something that’s easy to assemble in a reasonable amount of time. A desk chair is perfect for you. It’s straightforward, so the potential of things going awry is minimal. It’ll be so satisfying, once it’s finished. Even though it wasn’t that hard to make in the first place, you’ll still be thrilled to have a tangible symbol of your success. And to be clear, you’re not taking the easy way out by making the easiest thing. It’s just that when it comes to being crafty, you know your limits. That’s not lame, it’s just a mark of maturity—you’re truly embracing adulthood. And if you’re really an adult, you also value compassion and selflessness, which is exactly why you won’t mind giving me the desk chair once you’ve made it. I really could use a chair. Kindly hand it over!
Mostly Bs: Dresser
You’re tough and resourceful, which is why putting together a dresser is a perfect weekend project. Dressers don’t look that complicated on the outside, but once you open the box, you’re hit by a sneak attack of random nuts and bolts that don’t look like they go anywhere. But you’ll be OK. You know how to roll with the punches. You know how to read. The box comes with directions. No matter what IKEA throws at you, you’re ready to handle it. That’s truly impressive. Do you mind actually giving me the dresser? My floor is covered in random clothes and papers that could fit nicely into a dresser. You’re so good at making them, you know?
Mostly Cs: Bed frame
Look, you’re not making a bed frame because you think that it’s going to be fun. You’re making a bed frame because you just don’t have a bed frame. And you’re tired of it. You’re trying to pull your life together, and you know that the first step is to stop sleeping on the floor. Mattresses shouldn’t be ground level! They deserve respect! Also, it’s bad for your back. But you knew that—that’s why you’re trying to change. While you are by no means qualified to put together this bed frame, you’ll do it. You’re making a great effort, and it’ll pay off—as long as you give me your newly constructed bed frame.
Mostly Ds: Box of napkins
That’s right. You’re going to IKEA, and you’re going to buy a package of napkins. Through this completely comprehensive Student Life quiz, you have demonstrated that you are not yet prepared to assemble furniture. And that’s OK! Just start small. Maybe look at pictures of furniture for a bit. Learn some facts about drill bits! Don’t eat any drill bits, even though they sound like they might taste good! As long as you don’t rush into anything, you’ll be just fine. Also, I’m taking all of your napkins.