Chapter 8 Questions Flashcards
What makes a verb reflexive?
A verb is reflexive if the action the subject does is reflected back to the subject.
What are the reflexive pronouns and where are they placed?
The reflexive pronouns are: me - myself, te - yourself, se - himself/herself/yourself, nos - ourselves, os - yourselves, se - /themselves/yourselves. They are placed immediately before a conjugated verb.
When expressing actions regarding personal care, what is used with Spanish reflexive verbs preceding parts of the body - a possessive adjective or a definite article?
Spanish reflexive verbs are used with a definite article preceding parts of the body, where with English, a possessive adjective is used instead.
When are reflexive verbs used in Spanish (2 answers)?
Reflexive verbs are used in Spanish: 1) to describe actions related to personal care and habitual routines, and 2) to express feelings and emotions or changes in conditions, moods and emotional states.
What are the rules for commands in reflexive constructions?
Rules for commands in reflexive constructions: before creating a command with a reflexive pronoun, note whether the command is negative or affirmative. 1) With affirmative commands, attach the pronoun to the command; 2) In the case of two object pronouns, place the reflexive pronoun (indirect object) before any direct object pronoun that may appear in teh same sentence. Note that both pronouns are attached to the command in that order. Remember to place an accent mark on the stressed vowel of the affirmative command if a reflexive pronoun is followed by another pronoun; and 3) With negative commands, follow the general rule for sentences and place the pronouns before the verb.
What are the placement options for reflexive pronouns with infinitives and present participles?
With a present participle or with an infinitive, two placement options are possible for reflexive pronouns: 1) They may be attached to either verbal form; or 2) they may precede conjugated forms that end with an infinitive or present participle. Remember to place the reflexive pronoun (indirect object) before any direct object pronoun that may appear in the construction, and add accent marks as necessary, to maintain the appropriate stress on the infinitive or present participle.
What are the four phrases and one adverb that are used to point out reciprocal use of reflexive pronouns when the context isn’t sufficiently clear?
Use the phrases el uno al otro, la una a la otra, los unos a los otros, las unas a las otras, or the adverb mutuamente to point out the reciprocal use of the reflexive pronouns when the context is not sufficient clear.
What are the three ways to express “to become” in Spanish?
Use the following constructions to express “to become” in Spanish: 1) Use ponerse + adjective to express changes of an emotional or physical nature, which do not require a conscious effort; 2) Use volverse + adjective to express an involuntary sudden change; and 3) use hacerse + noun or adjective to express the attainment of a profession or social status that requires a considerable effort.
