Subjunctive relative clauses Flashcards
1
Q
What is a relative clause?
A
They modify nouns, like an adjective
ex: I want to meet someone (who loves me sincerely)
2
Q
When is the subjunctive used in relative clauses?
A
First, it’s introduced by “que”
The following phrase must be hypothetical, nonexistent, or unknown to the speaker
3
Q
What are relative clauses commonly introduced by?
A
“que”
ex: Quiero conocer una persona (que me ame sinceramente)– subjunctive
4
Q
What is the subjunctive common in?
A
Questions
ex: ?Hay alguien en esta clase (que haya estado en Peru)?
Different from: En esta clase hay dos estudiantes que han estado en Peru (who have been to Peru)
