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 fill in practice: Present and Preterit tenses
For each set of sentences, write the present tense conjugation in the first sentence, and the preterit tense conjugation in the second sentence.
*12 sets total (2 sentences per set for a total of 24 sentences)
En el correo yo _________________ una carta (echar).
Ayer yo _____________ unos sellos. (comprar)
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.
Preferir, Beber, Gustar, Encantar present tense practice
Complete each set of sentences with the correct present tense conjugation of the infinitive in parenthesis. For preferir, make stem change where needed. For Gustar and Encantar, the conjugation should match the food item (singular / plural)
*There are 6 sets total with 4 sentences each (24 sentences total). Each set of sentences has a different subject. All sentences are structured like the example shown below.
Example:
Yo ________________ comer el desayuno. (preferir > e-ie)
Yo _______________ café con leche. (beber)
Me _______________ el cereal. (gustar)
Me _______________ los panqueques. (encantar)
Answer key is included on page 2. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip. It can be used with chapter 3A / 3B of Realidades 1.
Imperfect tense verbs basic tiny practice (Regular and irregular)
Part 1: For each infinitive write the stem, verb ending, and the imperfect tense conjugation.
*There are 10 infinitives for each type (-ar, -er, -ir) for a total of 30 infinitives.
*A table with -ar, -er, -ir imperfect tense endings is included for reference.
Example:
Hablar: Yo
Template: Stem + Verb ending + Conjugation
Answer: Habl + aba + Hablaba
Part 2: Irregular verbs: Ser (to be), Ir (to go), Ver (to see)
Write the conjugations of each irregular verb using the notes below.
*Students will copy the conjugations of the 3 irregular verbs for all 6 persons.
Part 3: Clue words matching (Write the correct letter of the English translation) *10 total
Example:
e. Every night
h. Every day
_____ 1. Cada día / Todos los días
Answer key is included on pages 4-6. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, review, study guide, quiz, entry / exit slip.
Preterit tense regular verbs basic tiny practice (Regular -ar, -er, -ir verbs)
For each infinitive write the stem, verb ending, and the preterit tense conjugation.
*There are 10 infinitives for each type (-ar, -er, -ir) for a total of 30 infinitives.
*A table with -ar, -er, -ir preterit tense endings is included for reference.
Example:
Hablar: Yo
Template: Stem + Verb ending + Conjugation
Answer: Habl + é + Hablé
There is a second part on clue words matching (Write the letter of the English translation) 10 total
Example:
j. Yesterday / d. Last night
_____ 1. Ayer
Answer key is included on pages 3-4. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, review, study guide, quiz, entry / exit slip.
La comida basic reading with questions
Marcos had to write a short journal entry on his daily eating habits for science class. Read his entry and then answer the comprehension questions.
Sample:
Mis hábitos alimenticios son muy típicos generalmente.
Para el desayuno yo como el pan tostado y los panqueques. Yo bebo una taza* de café. Yo no como las salchichas o el tocino porque no me gusta la carne.
Answer each question in a complete sentence in Spanish using Marco’s journal entry. (10 total)
¿Qué come Marcos para el desayuno? (Give 2) _____________________
¿Qué bebe Marcos para el desayuno? (Give 1)______________________
Answer key for comprehension questions is included on page 3 (Student answers can vary).
This practice can be used for classwork, homework, reading practice, quiz, entry / exit slip, or as part of your sub plans. It can also be used with chapter 3A of Realidades 1.
Stem change verbs study guide fill in practice (Present tense)
For each stem change verb, follow the guidelines and complete the template.
*In the template students will write the appropriate stem change and the verb ending.
Stem change types and verbs included:
E-IE: Pensar, Querer, Preferir
O-UE: Almorzar, Poder, Dormir
E-I: Pedir
U-UE: Jugar
*Under each stem change type, other examples of stem change verbs are listed for reference.
This practice can be used as a graphic organizer and a study guide created by students, as they fill in the required elements.
Answer key is included on pages 5-8.
Future tense tiny practice (Regular and irregular verbs)
For each infinitive write correct verb ending, and the future tense conjugation.
*30 infinitives total (10 -ar, 10 -er, 10- ir)
Example:
Hablar
Template: Subject + Infinitive + Ending + Conjugation
Yo + Hablar + _____ + ____________
Answer: Hablar + é : Hablaré
Irregular infinitives: Write the irregular stem for each infinitive using the word bank below. (12 total)
*Students will also conjugate Saber, Salir, Hacer for all 6 persons.
Answer key is included on pages 3-4. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, review, study guide, quiz, entry or exit slip.
AR verb preterit tense basic questions practice
Answer each question in a complete sentence. (8 information questions with regular -ar verbs)
Verbs included: Hablar, Nadar, Buscar, Mirar, Comprar, Caminar, Trabajar, Cenar
Follow these guidelines:
For each question, write the stem and the verb ending in the template.
For the answer, write the subject (person), stem, verb ending, and the rest of the answer in the template.
*Note: A table with preterit tense -ar endings, the English translation of each infinitive for every question, and the question answer chart (Ex: If the subject of the question is tú, the subject of the answer is yo) are included for reference.
Example:
Hablar: to speak
Question word + Stem + Verb ending + Subject + Rest
¿Con quién + ________ + _______ + tú + en la clase esta (this) mañana?
Template for Answer: Subject + Stem + Verb ending + Rest
*This practice can be used when students are first introduced to the preterit in Spanish 2 classes.
Answer key is included on pages 4-6. Student answers will vary.
This practice is ideal for Spanish 1 students. It can be used for classwork, homework, review, quiz, study guide, entry / exit slip.
IR verb preterit tense basic questions practice
Answer each question in a complete sentence. (8 information questions with regular -er verbs)
Verbs included: Escribir, Vivir, Salir, Abrir, Recibir, Compartir, Decidir, Partir
Follow these guidelines:
For each question, write the stem and the verb ending in the template.
For the answer, write the subject (person), stem, verb ending, and the rest of the answer in the template.
*Note: A table with preterit tense -ir endings, the English translation of each infinitive for every question, and the question answer chart (Ex: If the subject of the question is tú, the subject of the answer is yo) are included for reference.
Example:
Comer: to eat
Question word + Stem + Verb ending + Subject + Rest
¿Con quién + ________ + _______ + tú + en la clase hoy?
Template for Answer: Subject + Stem + Verb ending + Rest
*This practice can be used when students are first introduced to the preterit in Spanish 2 classes.
Answer key is included on pages 4-6. Student answers will vary.
This practice is ideal for Spanish 1 students. It can be used for classwork, homework, review, quiz, study guide, entry / exit slip.
ER verb preterit tense basic questions practice
Answer each question in a complete sentence. (8 information questions with regular -er verbs)
Verbs included: Comer, Beber, Correr, Vender, Comprender, Volver, Devolver, Aprender
Follow these guidelines:
For each question, write the stem and the verb ending in the template.
For the answer, write the subject (person), stem, verb ending, and the rest of the answer in the template.
*Note: A table with preterit tense -er endings, the English translation of each infinitive for every question, and the question answer chart (Ex: If the subject of the question is tú, the subject of the answer is yo) are included for reference.
Example:
Comer: to eat
Question word + Stem + Verb ending + Subject + Rest
¿Con quién + ________ + _______ + tú + para el almuerzo hoy?
Template for Answer: Subject + Stem + Verb ending + Rest
*This practice can be used when students are first introduced to the preterit in Spanish 2 classes.
Answer key is included on pages 4-6. Student answers will vary.
This practice is ideal for Spanish 1 students. It can be used for classwork, homework, review, quiz, study guide, entry / exit slip.
I stem verbs: Hacer, Venir, Querer preterit basic questions practice
Answer the personal questions in the template provided. For the question: Write the irregular stem and the appropriate verb ending. For the answer, write the clue word (ayer etc), subject (person), irregular stem, verb ending, and the required information under “Rest” in the template.
*For each verb, there are 4 questions with a structured template .
The irregular stem is provided for each verb and a table with irregular verb endings is included.
*The question answer chart is also included (Ex: If the subject of the question is tu, the subject of the answer is yo)
Pages 1-2: Hacer / Pages 3-4: Venir / Pages 5-6: Querer / Pages 6-8: No Querer
This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip.
J stem verbs preterit basic questions practice
Verbs included: Decir, Traer, Conducir
Answer the personal questions in the template provided. For the question: Write the irregular stem and the appropriate verb ending. For the answer, write the clue word (ayer etc), subject (person), irregular stem, verb ending, and the required information under “Rest” in the template.
*For each verb, there are 4 questions with a structured template .
The irregular stem is provided for each verb and a table with irregular verb endings is included.
*The question answer chart is also included (Ex: If the subject of the question is tu, the subject of the answer is yo)
Pages 1-2: Decir / Pages 3-4: Traer / Pages 5-6: Conducir
This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip.
IR preterit stem change verbs basic intro conjugation practice
For each verb, write the stem, stem change, verb ending, and verb conjugation in the template provided.
Verbs included:
E-I: Pedir, Repetir, Servir
O-U: Dormir, Morir
*The template is very structured for students to write the required elements.
This practice can be used when students are introduced to -IR stem change verbs. It can be used for classwork, homework, review, study guide, graphic organizer, entry / exit slip.
Answer key is included on pages 4-6.
Stem change verbs basic intro conjugation practice (Present tense)
For each verb, write the stem change, verb ending, and the conjugation in the template provided.
Verbs included:
E-IE: Pensar, Querer, Preferir
O-UE: Almorzar, Poder, Dormir
E-I: Pedir, Repetir
*The template is very structured for students to write the required elements.
Answer key is included on pages 4-6. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, review, graphic organizer, study guide, entry / exit slip.
-Go verbs gone crazy activity
Verbs included: Hacer, Poner, Salir, Decir, Caer, Traer, Oír, Venir, Tener (9 total)
The -Go verbs have gone crazy. They have left their rightful owners (subjects) and got mixed up with the wrong owners (subjects).
Your task: For all the verbs below, re-unite them with their rightful owners (subjects) in the template provided.
Example
Hacer: to do, to make
hago / él , haces / hace, Uds. / hacemos, tú / hacéis, nosotros / hacen, vosotros
Template: Subjects (Rightful owners): Yo , Tú , Él , Nosotros, Vosotros, Uds.
Verb conjugation: _____, _____, _____, _____, _____, _____
At the end, there is a fill in the blank section with all 9 -go verbs. Students will complete it with the Yo conjugation.
Answer key is included on pages 4-6. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, review, study guide, bell ringer, quiz, entry / exit slip.