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Which actress was the first Colombian to receive an Oscar nomination?
Which actress was the first Colombian to receive an Oscar nomination?
- Lynda
- J.Lo
- Catalina Sandino Moreno (correct)
- Leslie
What does 'hasta mañana' mean?
What does 'hasta mañana' mean?
- See you later
- See you soon
- See you tomorrow (correct)
- Goodbye
Which award did Catalina Sandino Moreno win at the Berlin Film Festival?
Which award did Catalina Sandino Moreno win at the Berlin Film Festival?
- Oso de Plata (correct)
- Independent Spirit Award
- Oscar
- Golden Globe
What is the meaning of 'Lo siento' in English?
What is the meaning of 'Lo siento' in English?
Which city were the three sisters born in?
Which city were the three sisters born in?
Who is Robinson José Canó currently playing for in MLB?
Who is Robinson José Canó currently playing for in MLB?
Which expression means 'You're welcome' in Spanish?
Which expression means 'You're welcome' in Spanish?
What is one of the activities J.Lo is known for?
What is one of the activities J.Lo is known for?
What is the correct response to '¿Cómo estás?' in an informal context?
What is the correct response to '¿Cómo estás?' in an informal context?
Which phrase is used to formally introduce someone?
Which phrase is used to formally introduce someone?
What is the Spanish term for 'good evening'?
What is the Spanish term for 'good evening'?
How would you respond to someone asking '¿Qué hay de nuevo?'?
How would you respond to someone asking '¿Qué hay de nuevo?'?
What is the appropriate way to ask someone their name in a formal situation?
What is the appropriate way to ask someone their name in a formal situation?
What does 'Encantado/a' mean in response to an introduction?
What does 'Encantado/a' mean in response to an introduction?
Which is a correct phrase to ask, 'Where are you from?' in an informal way?
Which is a correct phrase to ask, 'Where are you from?' in an informal way?
After stating your name as 'Me llamo ________, ¿y tú?,' what are you doing?
After stating your name as 'Me llamo ________, ¿y tú?,' what are you doing?
What is the correct definite article for the noun 'mujer'?
What is the correct definite article for the noun 'mujer'?
Which of these nouns is a masculine singular noun?
Which of these nouns is a masculine singular noun?
What is the plural form of 'cuaderno'?
What is the plural form of 'cuaderno'?
What are the correct indefinite articles for 'pais'?
What are the correct indefinite articles for 'pais'?
Which noun has the plural form 'profesores'?
Which noun has the plural form 'profesores'?
Which of these words is a feminine noun?
Which of these words is a feminine noun?
What is the correct indefinite article for the plural form of 'chica'?
What is the correct indefinite article for the plural form of 'chica'?
What is the correct definite article for the noun 'estudiante' if it can be both masculine and feminine?
What is the correct definite article for the noun 'estudiante' if it can be both masculine and feminine?
Which subject pronoun is used to address a formal individual?
Which subject pronoun is used to address a formal individual?
What subject pronoun would you use to refer to a group of females?
What subject pronoun would you use to refer to a group of females?
Which pronoun would be used to replace 'el presidente de México' in a conversation?
Which pronoun would be used to replace 'el presidente de México' in a conversation?
In what context do subject pronouns replace names or titles?
In what context do subject pronouns replace names or titles?
Which subject pronoun would you use when talking to a group of people?
Which subject pronoun would you use when talking to a group of people?
What is the correct subject pronoun to refer to a single female?
What is the correct subject pronoun to refer to a single female?
What subject pronoun should you use to describe a group of male students?
What subject pronoun should you use to describe a group of male students?
Which of the following is NOT a subject pronoun?
Which of the following is NOT a subject pronoun?
Which sentence correctly uses the verb 'Ser' to describe a person?
Which sentence correctly uses the verb 'Ser' to describe a person?
What is the correct form of 'Ser' for the statement 'Juan y yo ______ de Puerto Rico'?
What is the correct form of 'Ser' for the statement 'Juan y yo ______ de Puerto Rico'?
Which sentence demonstrates a correct use of 'Ser' to indicate possession?
Which sentence demonstrates a correct use of 'Ser' to indicate possession?
Which statement is true regarding the use of 'Ser'?
Which statement is true regarding the use of 'Ser'?
What is the appropriate way to complete the sentence: 'Los libros _________ caros'?
What is the appropriate way to complete the sentence: 'Los libros _________ caros'?
Study Notes
Greetings
- Common Spanish greetings include:
- Hola - Hello
- Buenos DÃas - Good Morning
- Buenas Tardes - Good Afternoon
- Buenas noches - Good Evening/Night
Asking and Responding to "How Are You?"
- Informal and formal ways:
- ¿Cómo estás (tú)? - How are you?
- Response: Bien, ¿y tú? - Fine, and you?
- ¿Cómo está usted? - How are you?
- Response: Bien, ¿y usted? - Fine, and you?
- Other expressions include:
- ¿Qué tal? - What’s up?
- ¿Qué pasa? - What’s happening?
- ¿Qué hay de nuevo? - What’s new?
Introductions
- Asking names:
- ¿Cómo te llamas? - What’s your name?
- Me llamo ________ - My name is _______.
- Introducing others:
- Te presento a ____________ - I would like to introduce you to __________.
- Mucho gusto - Nice to meet you.
Expressing Origin
- To ask where someone is from:
- ¿De dónde eres? - Where are you from?
- Responding:
- Soy de _________ - I am from __________.
Goodbyes
- Common farewell phrases:
- Adiós - Goodbye
- Hasta luego - See you later
- Chau - Bye
- Hasta mañana - See you tomorrow
Basic Expressions
- Gratitude and politeness:
- (Muchas) gracias - Thank you (very much)
- De nada - You’re welcome
- Lo siento - I’m sorry
- Por favor - Please
Subject Pronouns in Spanish
- Personal pronouns in Spanish include:
- Yo - I
- Tú - You (informal)
- Usted - You (formal)
- Él - He
- Ella - She
- Nosotros/Nosotras - We
- Ellos/Ellas - They
The Verb "Ser" (To Be)
- Used for expressing identity, origin, professions, and characteristics.
- Examples:
- Yo soy artista - I am an artist.
- Él es estudiante - He is a student.
Possession
- To indicate possession:
- El lápiz es de Juan - The pencil belongs to Juan.
Notable Figures
- Catalina Sandino Moreno: Colombian actress, nominated for an Oscar for MarÃa llena eres de gracia.
- Robinson José Canó Mercedes: Dominican baseball player for the Seattle Mariners; debuted in MLB in 2005.
- J.Lo: A superstar born in New York; siblings Lynda (journalist) and Leslie (teacher).
Practice Exercises
- Determine gender of nouns in Spanish using definite articles: el (masculine) and la (feminine).
- Form plural nouns with correct articles.
- Solve for subjects pronouns in various contexts and with the verb "ser".
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Description
This quiz covers essential Spanish greetings, how to ask and respond to inquiries about well-being, and basic introduction phrases. You'll learn informal and formal expressions to engage in simple conversations. Perfect for beginners wanting to enhance their Spanish communication skills.
