spanish exam

What is an idiom?

• A word with similar origin, spelling, and meaning as another

• An expression that does not make complete sense when interpreted literally

• A blend of 2 vowels in a single syllable

• A noun determiner that implies the noun has already been mentioned

What does the term 'cognate' refer to?

• A grammatical element used before nouns

• A word with similar origin, spelling, and meaning as another

• The main part of a word to which inflections may be added

• A mark placed over an 'n' to indicate the 'NY' sound

Which term describes a blend of 2 vowels in a single syllable?

• Article

• Diphthong

• Adjective

• Stem

What is the purpose of an article in grammar?

• To express action, state, or occurrence

• To modify or describe a noun

• To indicate definiteness or indefiniteness before nouns

• To replace a noun

What does a definite article imply?

• The noun mentioned is non-specific

• The noun has already been mentioned, is common knowledge, or is about to be defined

• The noun expresses possession or ownership

• The noun is used to modify or describe another noun

Which term is used to describe a word that modifies or describes a noun?

• Pronoun

• Verb

• Adjective

• Infinitive

What is the first person singular form of the verb "ser" in Spanish?

• Soy

• Eres

• Son

• Tienes

Which pronoun would you use in Spanish to formally address a group of people?

• Tú

• Nosotros

• Ustedes

• Ellos

How do you say "we have" in Spanish?

• Tenemos

• Tienes

• Tengo

• Tienen

What is the possessive adjective for "our" in Spanish when referring to a masculine object?

• Mi

• Tu

• Su

• Nuestro