Exploring the Verbs Ser, Estar, and Tener in Spanish

Why is it important to repeat the vocabulary out loud and view the images and words on your device?

• To pass the time

• To make the podcast more interesting

• To reinforce learning

• To improve pronunciation

Which of the following is NOT a conjugation of the verb 'to be' in English?

• I am

• You are

• He she or it is

• They be

How many Spanish verbs mean 'to be'?

• One

• Four

• Two

• Three

Which verb is used for more permanent characteristics in Spanish?

• Estar

• Ser

• Haber

• Tener

Which verb is used for temporary states or characteristics in Spanish?

• Estar

• Tener

• Ser

• Haber

What does 'Pablo es alto' mean in English?

• Paul is tall

• Paul is hungry

• Paul is short

• Paul is tired

Why is 'estar' used in the sentence 'Yo estoy cansado'?

• Because 'cansado' is a temporary state

• Because 'cansado' is a verb

• Because 'cansado' is a permanent characteristic

• Because 'cansado' is a noun

What does 'tener' literally mean?

• To have

• To go

• To do

• To be

How is 'tener' used in the expression 'tienes hambre'?

• To mean 'you are hungry'

• To mean 'you are tired'

• To mean 'you have food'

• To mean 'you have a book'

What will part two of the lesson focus on?

• All three verbs

• The verb 'ser'

• The verb 'estar'

• The verb 'tener'