Unit 2 Lesson 3 : ¡Me gusta! Flashcards
How do you regonzise spanish verbs
In Spanish, it is easy to recognize an infinitive verb because it always ends in the letter r. In fact, there are actually three types of infinitives, which you can tell by looking at their endings. They end in -ar, -er, or -ir.
The majority of the verbs are in what infinitive style?
In fact, the majority of verbs in Spanish are -ar verbs. But, there are many -er and -ir verbs too!
Geography of Central Spain
Central Spain is a meseta, or a flat plateau, which can make for very cold winters and very hot summers. There are some mountains, too, such as the Sierra de Guadarrama, which is near Madrid.
What is the population of Madrid?
. It is a large metropolis with over 5.5 million people.
Describe Madrid its a mix of
The city is an interesting mix of old and new. There are buildings that are hundreds of years old, such as the Royal Palace, and brand new skyscrapers as well.
Describe the Museo del Prado
Museo del Prado, which is a huge art museum that first opened in 1819. They often have different expositionshas the famous works by El Greco, or Velázquez, such as the painting Las Meninas.
What is the Retiro?
The Retiro is a large park in the center of Madrid with a lake, running trails, and cafés.
What is the Madrid Rio
Another favorite park of mine is the Madrid Río, which runs along the banks of the Manzanares River.
How far is Toledo from Madrid
Within a half-hour train ride from Madrid is the beautiful medieval city of Toledo
Where is Toledo located?
sits atop a hill and is surrounded on three sides by the Tajo River.
What proves the fact that Toledo is beatiful
It is so beautiful and unique that it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Describe the history of Toledo
It has an interesting history, having been home to several different civilizations, such as the Romans, the Visigoths, and the Moors. All of these civilizations left their mark on city buildings and in art, which created a blend of cultures and beliefs. The city is known for the fact that Christians, Muslims, and Jews all coexisted in the city at a time when this was not common.
What is a interesting thing to do in Toledo
One of the most interesting things to do in Toledo is to visit the cathedral, which has several chapels. Here, you can see works by the famous Spanish painter and Toledo resident, El Greco.
Describe Segovia
Like Toledo, both Segovia and Ávila are World Heritage Sites. Segovia has many interesting sights, but it is perhaps best known for the Roman Aqueduct from the first and second centuries.
Describe Avila
Ávila is known for its medieval city walls, which are still intact today. Both are very interesting and beautiful cities that I love visiting when I want a little escape from Madrid.
