Pandemic Roommate Showdown
Your immunocompromised roommate Sarah, who's battling lupus, delivers a devastating ultimatum during peak pandemic lockdown. With rent due in 48 hours, she demands you choose between continuing to see your EMT boyfriend Marcus or finding new housing immediately. The clock is ticking as your name is on the lease and local shelters are at capacity.
Challenges
0
Survivors
0
Popularity
0
Difficulty
B1-B2
Scenario Overview
Your Role
Emergency Retail Worker living paycheck-to-paycheck
Conversation Partner
Sarah Chen (Immunocompromised Roommate)
Setting
Tension-filled kitchen with dishes piling up, late evening shadows stretching across counters, Sarah's medical supplies visible on the table
Location
Cramped two-bedroom apartment in Downtown Seattle
Learning Objectives
Negotiate an acceptable safety protocol or alternative living arrangement
Maintain professional relationship for future reference checks
Secure written agreement of final decision terms
About This Scenario
Your immunocompromised roommate Sarah, who's battling lupus, delivers a devastating ultimatum during peak pandemic lockdown. With rent due in 48 hours, she demands you choose between continuing to see your EMT boyfriend Marcus or finding new housing immediately. The clock is ticking as your name is on the lease and local shelters are at capacity.
How It Starts
“I saw Marcus's EMT uniform in the hallway again. I can't... I literally can't keep living like this. You have 24 hours to choose - him or the apartment. I've already started packing your things.”
This is how Sarah Chen (Immunocompromised Roommate)'s greeting will start.
Practice Details
Scenario ID
#1030
Category
General
Location Tag
Cramped two-bedroom apartment in Downtown Seattle
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