Preterit Imperfect clue words identification practice

Preterit Imperfect clue words identification practice

For each set, write the Spanish clue word based on the English translation, using the word bank. Then, in the last box, identify the tense of the clue word by writing P (preterit) or I (imperfect)

*There are 10 sets total with 4 clue words each (40 clue words total).

• A structured template is provided for student responses.

Example:

Word bank: De niño / Anoche / Cada día / Ayer

Spanish clue word: _______________ + ______________ + _____________ + ______________

English translation: Last night + As a child + Yesterday + Every day

Tense: _____ + ______ + ______ + ________

As an added bonus, a quick review identifying the uses of preterit / imperfect is included. (10 total)

Write P if the use described below requires the preterit tense or I if it requires the imperfect tense.

_____ 1. A completed action

_____ 2. Habitual action (used to do)

Answer key is included on pages 4-6. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, review, study guide, quiz, entry / exit slip.