3 Phrases to Start Using the Imperfect Subjunctive

The video tutorial explains the use of the imperfect subjunctive in Spanish, focusing on three main formulas: expressing desires, giving advice, and setting expectations. It provides examples for each use case, highlighting the differences between present and imperfect subjunctive. The tutorial also discusses the limitations of using the imperfect subjunctive with certain verbs and concludes with a recap of the key points covered.

What is the primary use of the expression 'I wish' when combined with the imperfect subjunctive?

• To express real situations

• To express desires and hypothetical situations

• To give commands

• To describe past events

Which phrase is commonly used to give advice using the imperfect subjunctive?

• I expect that

• I wish I could

• If I were you

• I hope to

In the context of giving advice, what would you say if you wanted to suggest someone plant more flowers?

• I expect you to plant more flowers.

• I wish you could plant more flowers.

• If I were you, I would plant more flowers.

• I hope you plant more flowers.

When the verb 'wait' is in the present tense, which subjunctive form is used for the second verb?

• Past subjunctive

• Present subjunctive

• Future subjunctive

• Conditional subjunctive

What happens to the second verb when both subjects are the same in a sentence using 'wait'?

• It becomes a gerund

• It is omitted

• It changes to the past tense

• It remains in the infinitive