My resources are grammar based and include graphic organizers, worksheets, tests, quizzes, and personal questions. Most grammar items are based on present, preterit, imperfect, and present subjunctive tenses. Most resources are accompanied by an answer key. I hope you find them helpful for your students and your courses.
My resources are grammar based and include graphic organizers, worksheets, tests, quizzes, and personal questions. Most grammar items are based on present, preterit, imperfect, and present subjunctive tenses. Most resources are accompanied by an answer key. I hope you find them helpful for your students and your courses.
Los lugares y las personas preterit practice
For each place, write what each person did using the correct conjugation of the preterit infinitive in parenthesis. (11 places total with 3 sentences per place)
Places included: el correo / la farmacia / el consultorio / la tienda de equipo deportivo / la estacion de servicio / la biblioteca / el supermercado / el banco / el centro / el centro comercial / la tienda de ropa
Example:
En el correo
Yo ______________ una carta. (echar)
Marcos _____________ unos sellos. (comprar)
Los clientes ______________ sus buzones para revisar. (abrir)
Answer key is included on pages 3-4. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, review, quiz, entry / exit slip. It can also be used with chapter 3A of Realidades 2.
Present progressive tense questions practice (Spanish)
Note: Prior to the practice notes on the formation of present progressive are included.
Part 1: Answer each question in a complete sentence using the present participle of the infinitive in parenthesis. (8 total)
Note: All questions use “haciendo” with different subjects.
Example:
¿Qué estás haciendo tú? (hablar)
Template: Subject + Conjugation of Estar + Present participle of hablar + Add 2-3 words
Part 2: Present participles ending in -yendo
Answer each question in a complete sentence using the present participle of the infinitive in parenthesis. (4 questions)
*Same format as part 1
Part 3: Present participles with stem change
Complete each sentence with the correct present participle from the word bank. (7 total)
Example:
Word bank: durmiendo / pidiendo
Yo ______ / _______ uuna pizza en el café.
Answer key is included on pages 4-6. Note: For parts 1 and 2, student answers will vary for the last box (add 2-3 words) and are not included.
This practice can be used for classwork, homework, review, quiz, sub plans, entry / exit slip.
Práctica: La nacionalidad y el dinero de países hispanohablantes (Practice on nationality and currency of Spanish speaking countries)
Marcos’s father is a businessman in Los Angeles. Today, Marcos is spending some time in his office along with his school friend Ricardo. Most of Marcos’s father’s business associates are from various Hispanic countries. Marcos has decided to play a game with his friend Ricardo to test his knowledge of nationalities and currencies. Each time an associate enters the office, Marcos tells Ricardo the name of the associate and what country the person is from. Ricardo must state the nationality and currency based on the Spanish speaking country.
Your task: Complete each template using the word bank provided. Note: Nationalities must agree with the person in gender (masculine / feminine).
*17 countries total including Spain. Note: Countries which use the U.S dollar are not included in this practice.
Example:
Word bank for nationality: venezolano / mexicano
Word bank for currency: balboa / peso
Persona 1
Nombre: Tomás Morales
País: México
Nacionalidad:______
Dinero: ______
Answer key is included on pages 4-6. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, review, class activity, entry or exit slip.
Los lugares mixed tenses practice
For each sentence, write the present tense conjugation of the infinitive in the blank. Then, use the same infinitive and write the preterit conjugation, Ir + a + infinitive (conjugate Ir ) and tener + que + infinitive (conjugate Tener). Follow the model.
Places included: el correo / el banco / la tienda de ropa / la farmacia / el supermercado / la tienda de equipo deportivo / la estación de servicio / la clínica dental / el centro / el centro comercial
Model
En la escuela yo aprendo con mis profesores. (aprender)
Preterit: aprendí
Ir a Infinitive: Voy a aprender
Tener que infinitive: Tengo que aprender
Answer key is included on pages 3-4. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip. It can also be used with chapter 3A of Realidades 2.
Conditional tense basic intro conjugation practice (El tiempo condicional)
Page 1
Complete each table below with the correct conditional tense ending and the conjugation. (All 6 persons included)
*Regular verbs: Hablar, Comer, Vivir
Pages 2 - 5
Irregular verbs: Write the correct stem, ending, and conjugation.
Verbs included by stem type : B stem (Saber, Haber, Caber), D stem (Venir, Valer, Tener, Salir, Poner, Poder) , R stem (Decir, Hacer, Querer).
*Note: Irregular stems are listed next to each infinitive (Ex: Saber - sabr)
*2 reflexive verbs included at the end (Lavarse, Despertarse)
A structured template is provided for conjugations.
Answer key is included on pages 5-10. This practice can be used when students are first introduced to the conditional tense. It can be used for classwork, homework, study guide, review, quiz, entry / exit slip.
Los partes del cuerpo matching and Doler practice
Write the correct letter of the English translation of each body part. (25 total)
Example:
n. forehead / l. head
_____ 1. La cabeza
_____ 2. La frente
Doler fill in practice
Complete the table with the correct indirect object pronoun and the correct conjugation of Doler (to hurt). (13 total)
Example:
A mí ______ (indirect object pronoun ) + _________ (conjugation of Doler) la cabeza
Answer key is included on pages 3-4. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip.
On-going and interrupting actions sentence practice with preterit and imperfect
Part 1: Two actions on-going at the same time.
Translate each sentence into Spanish using the template provided. In the template conjugate both infinitives in the imperfect tense and copy the other words from the first row. (5 sentences total)
I was talking to my friend while my brother was playing.
Template: Subject 1 (Yo) + Hablar (imperfect ) + a mi amigo + mientras + Subject 2 (mi hermano) + Jugar (Imperfect)
Part 2: An action in progress interrupted.
Translate each sentence into Spanish using the template provided. In the template conjugate the infinitives in the preterit and imperfect tenses, as indicated, and copy the other words from the first row. (5 sentences total)
I was cleaning the house when the phone rang.
Template: Subject 1 (Yo) + Arreglar (imperfect ) + la casa + cuando + Subject 2 (el teléfono) + Sonar (preterit)
Answer key is included on pages 3-4. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, review, quiz, entry / exit slip.
Present tense regular verbs basic sentence practice
Write an original sentence in the present tense for each subject. Use a different infinitive from the list below. Add 4-5 words to expand on your sentence. Note: All verbs must be conjugated, and sentences should not be repetitive (using the same words over and over). Your sentences must make sense.
*For each infinitive type (-ar, -er, -ir), students will write 10 sentences (30 total).
*A list of infinitives (-ar, -er, -ir) with English translation and verb endings is provided.
*A structured template is provided for students to write their answers.
Example:
-Ar verbs
Hablar: to speak / Comprar: to buy / Ayudar: to help
Template: Subject + Conjugated verb + Add 4-5 words
Yo + ________+ ______________
This practice can be used for classwork, homework, review, entry / exit slip, or sub plans.
Las compras mini conversations fill in practice (Preterit)
All of Elena’s friends went shopping at the mall yesterday. She was not able to go with them. Today, she is texting them to ask where they went, what they bought etc. Complete each mini conversation using the word bank provided.
*There are 6 conversations total. Students will complete seven blanks per conversation using the word bank.
*Note: All 6 conversations are structured like the example shown below. Only the stores, items bought, colors, payment type, and people will be different.
Sample:
Conversación #1
Word bank: pagué / quince / tarjeta de crédito / compré / fui / amarilla / camisa
Elena: Ramón, ¿A dónde fuiste ayer?
Ramón: Yo ________ a “El bolsillo” , que es una tienda de ropa.
Elena: ¿Qué compraste?
Ramón: Yo _______________ una _______________.
Elena: ¿De qué color es?
Ramon: Es _________________.
Elena: ¿Cuánto costó?
Ramon: Costó _______________ dólares.
Elena: ¿Cómo pagaste?
Ramón: Yo _______________ con una _____________________________.
Answer key is included on pages 4-6. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip. It can also be used with chapter 2B of Realidades 2.
Present tense with Tener que and Ir a infinitive short practice
For each infinitive write the present tense conjugation, and Tener que infinitive and Ir a infinitive structures. Note: Both Tener and Ir must be conjugated in the present tense. (10 total)
A table with present tense -ar, -er, -ir verb endings and conjugations of Tener and Ir is included for reference.
Example:
Hablar
Present tense: Yo __________________
Tener que infinitive: Yo __________________ que__________________.
Ir a infinitive: Yo __________________ a__________________.
Answer key is included on pages 3-4. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip.
-CAR, -GAR, -ZAR PRETERIT SUPER FAST PRACTICE
For each spell change type, there are 6 infinitives and students will write the spelling change only in the blank. Then, they will choose any one infinitive and conjugate it for all persons in the preterit.
Sample:
-CAR VERBS (C-QU) SPELLING CHANGE IN THE YO FORM ONLY
For each verb write qu in the blank.
Buscar (to look for): Yo bus _____ é
Tocar (to play an instrument):Yo to_____ é
Sacar (to take out): Yo sa _____ é
Choose any one -CAR infinitive and conjugate it for all persons in the template below.
This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip.
Present to preterit conversion practice
For each infinitive, write the preterit tense conjugation. (33 total)
Example:
Hablar - Yo - hablo - ________________
Answer key is included on page 2.
This practice can be used for classwork, homework, review, study guide, quiz, entry / exit slip.
Practice: Places with Ir (present tense)
For each place, complete the first blank with the correct conjugation of Ir (to go). In the second blank, choose and write the correct infinitive phrase from the word bank. (14 total)
Word bank for infinitive phrases:
leer los libros / trabajar / cenar por la noche / beber café y comer un pastel / tomar el sol / gozar el paisaje* / pasar tiempo con su familia / jugar con amigos / ir de compras / rezar / acampar*/ nadar / hacer ejercicio / ver una película
Example:
Yo __________ a la biblioteca para ________________________
Answer key is included on page 2. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip. It can also be used with chapter 4A of Realidades 1.
Los lugares past tense selection practice
For each place, choose 2 things that a person can do there, using the word bank. Then, based on your answers, choose one infinitive phrase for each place and conjugate the infinitive (-ar, -er, -ir) for all six persons in the preterit. Note: When conjugating verbs, include reflexive pronouns (me, te, se, nos, os, se) and make spelling changes, as needed.
*9 places total: el banco / el correo / la farmacia / el consultorio / la tienda de equipo deportivo / la biblioteca / la estación de servicio / el supermercado / el centro.
Note: All questions are structured the same “Qué se puede hacer en + place.”
Sample:
Word bank: caminar con amigos / abrir una cuenta / buscar frutas y verduras / comprar sellos / recoger una receta / hablar con el médico / llenar el tanque …
¿Qué se puede hacer en el banco? (Give 2)
Answer: cobrar un cheque / abrir una cuenta
*Students can choose cobrar or abrir and conjugate them for all 6 persons in the preterit in the table provided.
Answer key is included on pages 4-6. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip. It can also be used with chapter 3A of Realidades 2.
Tener que infinitive basic questions practice
Answer each question in a complete sentence using the conjugation of Tener (to have), que , and an infinitive (-ar, -er, -ir) phrase from the word bank below.
*15 questions total
Note: All questions are structured the same as the example below. Only the subjects are different.
*A structured template is provided for students to write their answers.
*A table with conjugations of tener is provided for reference
Word bank (use in any order)
hablar con amigos / hacer la tarea / comer en el café
¿Qué tengo que hacer yo?
Template: Subject (Tú) + Conjugation of Tener + Que + Infinitive (-ar, -er, -ir ) phrase
This practice can be used for classwork, homework, review, study guide, entry / exit slip, or sub plans.
Los quehaceres y las quejas practice with Tener Que Infinitive
The following people don’t like doing chores based on the room or part of the house. However, they have to do them. For each person, choose the correct infinitive phrase using the word bank based on the room or part of the house. Then, write a complete sentence using Tener que+ infinitive.
*There are 10 sentences (persons) and students will write a total of 16 sentences since some subjects (persons) will have to do more than one chore.
*A structured template is provided for student responses.
*The word bank with infinitive phrases comes with English translation (Ex: lavar la ropa: to wash clothes )
Example:
Word bank:
lavar la ropa: to wash clothes / sacudir los muebles: to dust the furniture / hacer las camas: to make the beds / pasar la aspiradora: to vaccum
Marcos (Yo): No me gusta la sala. (Give 2)
Template: Subject + Conjugation of Tener + Que + Infinitive (-ar, -er, -ir) phrase
Answer: Yo tengo que sacudir los muebles.
Yo tengo que pasar la aspiradora.
Answer key is included on pages 3-4. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip. It can also be used with chapter 3A of Realidades 2 and Para Empezar chapter of Realidades 3.
Ir a infinitive basic questions practice
Answer each question in a complete sentence using the conjugation of Ir (to go), a, and an infinitive (-ar, -er, -ir) phrase from the word bank below.
*15 questions total
Note: All questions are structured the same as the example below. Only the subjects are different.
*A structured template is provided for students to write their answers.
*A table with conjugations of Ir is provided for reference.
Word bank (use in any order)
hablar con amigos / hacer la tarea / comer en el café
¿Qué voy a hacer yo?
Template: Subject (Tú) + Conjugation of Ir + A + Infinitive (-ar, -er, -ir ) phrase
This practice can be used for classwork, homework, review, study guide, entry / exit slip, or sub plans.
Places in town practice: (Present and Preterit) Spanish
Complete each sentence by choosing and conjugating the correct infinitive in the present tense using the word bank. Then, on the second blank, write the preterit conjugation. (16 sentences total with 16 different places)
*Note all sentences are in the Yo conjugation.
Model:
Jugar / estudiar: En la escuela yo estudio en la clase. estudié
Example:
Word bank: Leer, Hablar, Ver, Pesar
En la biblioteca yo ___________ un libro. _________________
En el cine yo ___________ una película. _________________
Answer key is included on page 2. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip. It can also be used with chapter 3A of Realidades 2.
Imperfect tense basic sentence practice
Write an original sentence in the imperfect for each subject. Use a different infinitive from the list below or come up with your own. Add 3-4 words to expand on your sentence. Note: All verbs must be conjugated, and sentences should not be repetitive (using the same words over and over). Your sentences must make sense. *No collaboration, translators, or unauthorized resources.
*Students will write 12 sentences total
A table with list of infinitives and English translations, Imperfect tense endings of -ar, -er, -ir verbs, and conjugations of Ser, Ir, Ver is provided for reference.
Example:
Template: Clue word + Subject + Conjugated verb + Add 3-4 words
Cuando era niño + Yo + _____________ + ____________________
This practice can be used for classwork, homework, entry / exit slip, or sub plans. It can be used when students are first introduced to the imperfect tense.
Length: 2 pages
Los quehaceres questions fill in practice (Present tense)
Ana is visiting her friend Paula’s house. Paula lives with her three children Sara, Marcos, and Tina. Paula’s husband is often away for work reasons. However, her three children are very helpful with household chores. Ana is very impressed with how clean and organized Paula’s house is. She is asking Paula about who completes various chores.
Your task: Complete each of Ana’s questions with using a verb from the word bank. (20 sentences total separated by rooms and places around the house)
*Note: All questions are with Quién
Example:
¿Dónde?: La cocina
Word bank: saca / lava / frega / ayuda / seca / pone
Ana: ¿Quién _______________ los platos?
Paula: Sara
Ana: ¿Quién _______________ los platos después de lavar?
Paula: Tina
Ana: ¿Quién _______________ la mesa?
Paula: Marcos
Ana: ¿Quién te_______________ a cocinar?
Paula: Sara
Answer key is included on pages 3-4. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip. It can also be used with chapter 3A of Realidades 2.