The Subjunctive 01

Question 1

what tense use when talking about a fact we don’t have the power to decide?

Answer 1

subjunctive. Cos someone else has the power to decide.

Question 2

When don’t use the subjunctive with these 6 conjunctions? What use instead?

Answer 2

On the other hand, when the main verb is not in the future tense and the relative clause is introduced by one of these conjunctions, always use an indicative verb in the relative clause.

Question 3

Es necesario que practiquemos español para obtener fluidez. Why subjunctive?

Answer 3

Because talking about a necessity, “It’s necessary we practice Spanish to become fluent.”It’s necessary we practice Spanish to become fluent.”

Question 4

what is the featured vowel for -er and -ier verbs?

Answer 4

it is “a” ie where expect an e in the ending get an a

Question 5

Te aconsejo que te cambies de ropa porque hace mucho calor. Why subjunctive used?

Answer 5

Giving ADVICE to someone, “I recommend you to change your clothes because it is too hot.”

Question 6

Tomaré una ducha mientras prepares la cena. Why the subjunctive?

Answer 6

Main verb in future and intro’d by mientras, “I’ll take a shower while you make dinner.”

Question 7

Te haré llegar los informes en cuanto los tenga preparados. Why subjunctive?

Answer 7

Main verb in future and intro’d by en cuanto, “I’ll send you the reports as soon as I get them ready.”

Question 8

beber future imperfect subjunctive conjugated …

Answer 8

yo beb-iere, tu beb-ieres, el, ella, usted beb-iere, nosotros beb-iéremos, vosotros beb-iereis, ellos, ellas, ustedes beb-ieren

Question 9

Tomé una ducha mientras hacías la cena. Why NOT subjunctive?

Answer 9

Main verb NOT in future and intro’s by mientras, “I took a shower while you were making dinner.”

Question 10

Es posible que suspenda el examen.

Answer 10

It’s possible that I will fail the test

Question 11

Use 3?

Answer 11

To talk about or express emotions or feelings

Question 12

Espero que te recuperes pronto.

Answer 12

I hope you get better soon

Question 13

Ojalá estuvieras aquí.

Answer 13

I wish you were here

Question 14

which tense of the subjunctive has a featured vowel?

Answer 14

the present preterit and present compound

Question 15

cantar past imperfect subjunctive conjugated …

Answer 15

yo cant-ara or cant-ase, tu cant-aras o cant-ases, el, ella, usted cant-ara o cant-ase, nosotros cant-áramos o cant-ásemos, vosotros cant-arais o cant-aseis, ellos, ellas, ustedes cant-aran o cant-asen

Question 16

Miguel se ha quedado en casa esta noche. No sé porqué. Quizá tenga mucho trabajo que hacer. Why the subjunctive?

Answer 16

We don’t really know if Miguel has too much work to do and that’s the reason he’s staying home ie WE REALLY HAVE NO IDEA. “Miguel stayed in tonight. I don’t know why. He might have a lot of work to do.”

Question 17

Clue 1 when use subjunctive

Answer 17

when main idea involves hope, desire, wishes etc

Question 18

cantar future imperfect subjunctive conjugated …

Answer 18

yo cant-are, tu cant-ares, el, ella, usted cant-are, nosotros cant-áremos, vosotros cant-areis, ellos, ellas, ustedes cant-aren

Question 19

Es probable que vaya a la fiesta aunque aún no estoy seguro. Why subjunctive?

Answer 19

Because talking about an uncertainty, “It’s possible that I go to the party but I’m not sure yet.”

Question 20

Those verbs can also be used with the indicative. What is the difference between the uses?

Answer 20

The level of uncertainty. When the speaker wants to express total uncertainty, quizá and tal vez need to be used with the subjunctive. When the speaker wants to express partial uncertainty, quizá and tal vez need to be used with the indicative.

Question 21

4 words or phrases which point to subjunctive when talking about the future outcome of an event happening now?

Answer 21

(i) cuando (when) (ii) hasta que (until)
(iii) para que (so that),
(iv) a fin de que (in order to)

Question 22

what is the difference between the subjunctive and the indicative?

Answer 22

The subjunctive describes unreal or potential events. The indicative describes actual events.

Question 23

No voy a meterme en tus asuntos. Haz lo que quieras con tu vida. Why use the subjunctive?

Answer 23

talking about a fact don’t have power to decide, “I’m not going to get into your business. Do whatever you want with your life.”

Question 24

What are the 6 conjunctions which flag use of subjunctive in hypothetical or unrealised situations?

Answer 24

(i) EN CUANTO - once, as soon as, the moment that
(ii) MIENTRAS - as long as, whereas, while
(iii) ANTES DE QUE - before, (iv) A MENOS QUE - unless
(v) CON TAL QUE - as long as,(vi) SIN QUE - without

Question 25

Ojalá consigas el papel de protagonista en la obra.

Answer 25

I wish you get the main role in the show.

Question 26

Use 2?

Answer 26

To express requests, suggestions, advice, or intentions

Question 27

Es necesario que compres huevos si quieres hacer un pastel.

Answer 27

It is necessary that you buy eggs if you want to make a cake.

Question 28

vivir present subjunctive conjugated ...

Answer 28

yo viv-a, tu viv-as, el, ella, usted viv-a, nosotrtos viv-amos, vosotros viv-áis, ellos, ellas ustedes viv-an

Question 29

A mis padres les gustó mucho que vinieras a casa a comer.

Answer 29

My parents were very pleased that you came over for lunch.

Question 30

Siento mucho que tengas que irte de esta ciudad. Why subjunctive?

Answer 30

Speaker's subjective reaction, "I'm so sorry you have to leave this town."

Question 31

Clue 1 key words which are pointers to subjunctive being used (4)?

Answer 31

Ojalá (que), Esperar que, Querer que, Desear que.

Question 32

Have a nice day! (just subjunctive)

Answer 32

¡Que tengas un buen día!

Question 33

Miguel se ha quedado en casa esta noche. No sé porqué. Quizá tiene mucho trabajo que hacer. Why use the indicative and not the subjunctive?

Answer 33

We don't know if Miguel has too much work to do either, but WE HAVE THE FEELING that this is the reason he's staying home tonight. "Miguel stayed in tonight. I don't know why. He might have a lot of work to do."

Question 34

Use 4?

Answer 34

To talk about or express uncertainties, necessity, or hypothesis

Question 35

A menos que prometas cuidar del perro, no lo compraremos. Why the subjunctive?

Answer 35

Main verb in future and intro'd by a menos que, "Unless you promise to take care of the dog, we won't buy it."

Question 36

Es mejor que nos quedemos en casa este fin de semana.

Answer 36

It's better that we stay in this weekend.

Question 37

Do always need a main clause plus subordinate clause to use the subjunctive?

Answer 37

No. Sometimes the main clause is implied.

Question 38

Mi hermana insiste en que vayamos al cine esta noche. Why subjunctive used?

Answer 38

Future intention, "My sister insists that we go to the movies tonight."

Question 39

Haré lo que sea con tal que te sientas bien. Why the subjunctive?

Answer 39

Main verb in future and intro'd by con tal que, "I'll do anything as long as you feel good."

Question 40

cantar present subjunctive conjugated ...

Answer 40

yo cant-e, tu cant-es, el, ella, usted cant-e, nosotros cant-emos, vosotros cant-éis, ellos,ellas, ustedes cant-en

Question 41

Quiero que dejes de fumar. ¡Es muy malo para tu salud!

Answer 41

I want you to quit smoking. It's very bad for your health!

Question 42

What tense use for subjective reactions of the speaker or the subject of the sentence to an actual event or situation.?

Answer 42

The subjunctive

Question 43

Mis primos están muy contentos de que estés aquí con nosotros. Why subjunctive?

Answer 43

Talking about feelings, "My cousins are very happy that you are here with us"

Question 44

I wish you a Merry Christmas! (main clause PLUS subordinate clause)

Answer 44

Espero que pases una Feliz Navidad.

Question 45

With what 2 adverbs use subjunctive when expressing partial or total uncertainty?

Answer 45

quizás(s) and tal vez

Question 46

Todo estará recogido cuando tus padres vuelvan a casa.. Why subjunctive?

Answer 46

Future outcome of present event, "Everything will be tidy up when your parents come back home."

Question 47

How many tenses in the subjunctive?

Answer 47

Three simple and 3 perfect tenses ie 6 in total

Question 48

Dile (imperative) a tu hermano que pare (subjunctive) de jugar a la pelota porque acabará rompiendo una ventana. Why subjunctive used?

Answer 48

To make an indirect request when the sentence starts with an imperative, "Tell your brother to stop playing with the ball because he will end up breaking a window."