This is my draft for comp. i could use some help with editing. Please help. Thanks
Friction Between Roommates
Moving out of a home where one has lived their entire life takes a while to get completely used to. Fitting in to a completely new environment with a roommate, such as a college dorm, can be challenging and uncomfortable. Also, finding the perfect roommate is nearly impossible. Roommates will always have quirks that will be hard to get used to. Although living with roommates can be an amazing experience, there are several causes of friction, including: clashing personalities, bad habits, differing backgrounds, and religions.
One major reason for quarrels between roommates is conflicting personalities. Although college is for learning, some students choose not to take their education as serious as others. Roommates that differ in work ethics can become a problem to each other. For example: if someone in a college dorm that is concerned about schoolwork is sharing a room with a student that only enjoys partying then problems may arise. Also, someone with a very outgoing personality may become very annoying to someone with a much more calm, laid-back personality. Another reason for conflict is the times in which people go to sleep. A student wishing to study tends to like quiet rooms with minimal distractions, but some roommates may not respect their study habits. Actions, such as staying up late, can make a roommate frustrated. With several different personalities, it is very hard to be matched with someone easy to get along with.
Another reason for friction among roommates is the differing backgrounds from which they may have came from. Someone from a bigger family with a couple of sibling may treat people differently than an only child or someone used to living in a single parent household. An only child may be used to their parents spoiling them, however, someone from a large family may be used to working and doing things more independently. The transition on an only child moving out will be much more challenging than others. Students coming from families with siblings will be more used to living with people, especially if their siblings are within a couple of years apart.
A roommate with bad habits is most definitely a nightmare to anyone living with him. There are many bad habits, many of which are very minor, that can cause many unnecessary conflicts. Being untidy while living with someone can cause conflicts very easily. Small things, like leaving dirty clothes lying around, can really get a cleaner roommate angry. Other things like hygiene may create issues. Also, a student might like music or television while studying but their roommate may not.
Another major reason for friction is religion. Mixed religions in the same room most likely create problems in communication and living with someone in general. A Christian in a room with an atheist may cause a lot of arguments about theology and everyday values. Many people take religion seriously and if they become challenged, they will defend what they believe in, no matter what. The differing ideals of different religions will make everyday talk very difficult so that no one gets offended.
Some people may be lucky enough to share a room with someone who always gets along with one another, however, not everyone is this fortunate. The reality is that most people will be paired up with a roommate that will be hard to get along with. There are many types of personalities, which make it easier for two opposites to share a room. Also, differing religions and lifestyles may create communication issues. Even though a lot of friction may occur with roommates, it is worth spending one's college years living with someone.
from which they may have came from.
Don't need 'from' twice in the same sentence. :-)
Nice essay. You've covered the points very well.
The reality is that most people will be paired up with a roommate that will be hard to get along with.
Do you think this is true, really?
Hi quiksilverq,
I think your essay presents your points very well!
But I don't know if adding fluff for extra words is very advantageous for you. Your professor has probably given you a word limit so that you include a certain amount of thoughtfulness, not show off your extensive knowledge of vocabulary.
Best of luck!
