Exploring Stem-Changing Verbs in the Pretérito

The video tutorial explains the concept of chancla verbs, also known as sandal verbs, in the preterite tense. It begins with a review of regular verb conjugation and introduces the unique fourth step required for chancla verbs, which only affects certain IR verbs in specific conjugation boxes. The tutorial provides examples of verbs like dormir and pedir, demonstrating the vowel stem changes that occur. It also offers tips on identifying chancla verbs and suggests resources for further practice.

What are chancla verbs also known as?

• Boot verbs

• Sandal verbs

• Shoe verbs

• Slipper verbs

Which type of verbs do chancla verbs apply to?

• ER verbs

• IR verbs

• AR verbs

• All verbs

In which boxes do the changes for chancla verbs occur?

• Box 3 and Box 6

• Box 2 and Box 5

• Box 1 and Box 4

• Box 4 and Box 6

What is the stem change for the verb 'dormir' in the preterite tense?

• O to E

• O to U

• E to I

• E to A

What is the correct conjugation of 'dormir' in the third person singular (él/ella) in the preterite tense?

• Dormió

• Dormió

• Durmió

• Dormí

What is the stem change for the verb 'pedir' in the preterite tense?

• O to U

• O to E

• E to A

• E to I

What is the correct conjugation of 'pedir' in the third person singular (él/ella) in the preterite tense?

• Pido

• Pedi

• Pedió

• Pidió

Which vowel changes in the verb 'preferir' in the preterite tense?

• The I

• The second E

• The O

• The first E

How can you identify if an IR verb is a chancla verb?

• It has an irregular stem

• It is a reflexive verb

• It changes in the present tense

• It ends with AR

Where can you find additional resources for practicing chancla verbs?

• In the video description

• In the library

• In the textbook

• In the classroom