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4 How long have you been living in this city?
   I've  been living in this city since my childhood.
5 How long have you been  interested in girls/boys? 
   I've  been interested in girls/boys since fourteen years.
6 How long have you been a reporter?
   I have been a reporter since I graduated from University.
7How long have you been in love?
   I have been in love since our first meeting.
8 How long have you had problems with your children?  
   I have had problems with my children since they became teenagers.
9 How long have you owned this dacha?   - I've owned it since 1970.         
10. How long have there been mice in the shop? 
      There have been mice in the shop since autumn. 
11. How long have you wanted to be a doctor? 
      I have wanted to be a doctor for a long time.
12. How long have you been interested in computer technology?
      I have been interested in computer technology since last year.
13. How long have you been wearing glasses?
      I have been wearing glasses for six years.
14.  How long have you been angry with each other?
       We have been angry with each other for a week.
15. How long have you been in this country?
      We have been  here since last Monday.
16. How long have you had a boyfriend?
      I have had a boyfriend for several months.