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Unidad 1 - “Ser” y “Estar” Flashcards

1
Q

What is the main difference between the verbs ‘ser’ and ‘estar’ in Spanish?

A

The main difference is that ‘ser’ is used for permanent characteristics or identity, while ‘estar’ is used for temporary states or conditions.

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2
Q

Fill in the blank: ‘Yo _____ de México.’

A

soy

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3
Q

True or False: ‘Estar’ is used to indicate nationality.

A

False

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4
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Which verb would you use to describe someone’s profession or occupation?

A

‘ser’

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5
Q

Choose the correct form: ‘Tú _____ en casa.’

A

estás

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6
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When talking about emotions or feelings, which verb is typically used?

A

‘estar’

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7
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True or False: ‘Ser’ is used to indicate location.

A

False

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8
Q

Fill in the blank: ‘El libro _____ en la mesa.’

A

está

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9
Q

Which verb is used to describe relationships between people?

A

‘ser’

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10
Q

Choose the correct form: ‘Nosotros _____ cansados.’

A

estamos

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11
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True or False: ‘Estar’ is used to indicate origin or place of origin.

A

True

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12
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When talking about physical conditions, which verb is typically used?

A

‘estar’

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13
Q

Fill in the blank: ‘Ella _____ en la biblioteca.’

A

está

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14
Q

Which verb is used to describe the time or date?

A

‘ser’

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15
Q

Choose the correct form: ‘Ustedes _____ muy amables.’

A

son

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16
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True or False: ‘Ser’ is used to indicate a temporary state.

A

False

17
Q

Fill in the blank: ‘Mi hermana _____ en el parque.’

A

está

18
Q

Which verb would you use to describe physical characteristics or appearance?

A

‘ser’

19
Q

Choose the correct form: ‘Él _____ médico.’

A

es

20
Q

True or False: ‘Estar’ is used to indicate a permanent state.

A

False

21
Q

When talking about location, which verb is typically used?

A

‘estar’

22
Q

Fill in the blank: ‘El agua _____ fría.’

A

está

23
Q

Which verb is used to describe the result of a process or action?

A

‘ser’

24
Q

Choose the correct form: ‘Ellas _____ en la playa.’

A

están

25
Q

True or False: ‘Ser’ is used to indicate a condition that is likely to change.

A

False

26
Q

Meaning of “es”

ECLASS EXAMPLE

A

Is

Ex) La cultura en Latinoamérica ___es___ muy variada

The culture in Latin America is very varied

27
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Meaning of “son”

ECLASS EXAMPLE

A

Are

Ex) Los tacos mexicanos ___son____ deliciosos

The Mexican tacos are delicious

28
Q

Meaning of “soy”

ECLASS EXAMPLE

A

Am

Ex) Yo no ____soy___ de Brasil

I am not from Brazil

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