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Which of the following pairs describe contrasting physical attributes?
Which set of terms correctly categorizes personality traits related to communication?
Which pair of adjectives reflects a contrasting view of social skills?
Which pair of adjectives appropriately indicates contrasting characteristics of a person's temperament?
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Which pair illustrates characteristics of a person's intelligence?
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Which term describes someone who is strong and has a pleasant character?
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What characteristic describes a person who is both beautiful and hardworking?
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Which phrase best characterizes someone who is tall but is perceived as ugly?
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Identify the pair that describes a slim and shy individual.
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Which phrase includes a quality of being understanding along with intelligence?
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What is the Spanish term for 'grandson'?
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Which of the following pairs correctly match the terms for 'uncle' and 'aunt' in Spanish?
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What is the Spanish word for 'daughter'?
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What does 'Encantado/Encantada' mean in English?
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Which term refers to 'mother-in-law' in Spanish?
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Identify the Spanish term that translates to 'grandmother'.
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Which phrase would you use for introducing someone?
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What is the meaning of 'tomar el almuerzo'?
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If someone says '¿Qué tal tu primer día de escuela?', what are they asking?
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Which of the following terms is used as a welcome in a formal context?
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Study Notes
Physical Attributes
- Size: Words like "small/big", "tall/short" are used to describe size.
- Build: Words like "slim/fat" and "athletic/delicate" are used to describe a person's build.
- Appearance: Words like "ugly/beautiful", "handsome/mediocre" are used to describe a person's appearance.
Personality Traits
- Temperament: Words like "patient/impatient" and "understanding/unsympathetic" describe a person's temperament.
- Character: Words like "honest/dishonest" and "hardworking/lazy" describe a person's character.
- Communication: Words like "talkative/reserved" and "sincere/insincere" describe a person's communication style.
- Social Skills: Words like "pleasant/unpleasant" and "affectionate/aloof" describe a person's social skills.
- Intelligence: Words like "intelligent/unintelligent" describe a person's intelligence.
Family Relationship Words
- The provided table outlines common Spanish words for family members, including both English and Spanish translations.
- Examples include "padre" (father), "madre" (mother), "abuelos" (grandparents), "hermano" (brother), "hermana" (sister), and many others.
- Additional terms like "mayor" (older), "menor" (younger), "abuelo grande" (great-grandfather), and "abuela grande" (great-grandmother) are also listed, providing nuances in family relationships.
Spanish Greetings and Introductions
- Common phrases for greetings and introductions in Spanish are provided.
- Examples include "¿Qué tal tu primer día de escuela?" (How is your first day of school?), "¿Quién?" (Who?), "Te presento a..." (Let me introduce...), "Mucho gusto" (Pleased to meet you).
- Formal and informal expressions for "pleased to meet you" are included: "Encantado/Encantada".
- Other relevant phrases include "bienvenido/bienvenida" (welcome - masculine/feminine), "tomar el almuerzo" (to have lunch), and "¿Qué piensas?" (What do you think?).
Physical Characteristics in Spanish
- Numerous Spanish words describe physical characteristics.
- Examples of words for describing size include: "grande" (big), "pequeño/a" (small), "alto/a" (tall), "bajo/a" (short).
- Words for describing build include "fuerte" (strong), "débil" (weak), "atlético/a" (athletic), "delgado/a" (slim), and "gordo/a" (fat).
- Words for describing appearance include "guapo/a" (beautiful/handsome), "feo/a" (ugly).
Character and personality in Spanish
- Words like "inteligente" (intelligent), "cariñoso/a" (affectionate), "sincero/a" (sincere), "simpático/a" (pleasant), "antipático/a" (unpleasant), "tímido/a" (shy), "trabajador(a)" (hardworking), "hablador(a)" (talkative), "estudioso/a" (studious), "honesto/a" (honest), "paciente" (patient), "comprensivo/a" (understanding) are used to describe personality traits.
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Description
Test your knowledge of different descriptors used for physical attributes and personality traits. This quiz covers terms related to size, build, appearance, temperament, character, and family relationships. Enhance your vocabulary and understanding of how these words shape perceptions.
