Mastering Ser and Estar: 3 Essential Rules

What are the two forms of 'to be' in Spanish?

• Estar and Estamos

• Ser and Son

• Ser and Somo

• Ser and Estar

In the third person singular, how is 'ser' conjugated in Spanish?

• Está

• Son

• Eres

• Es

How is 'estar' conjugated in the third person singular?

• Son

• Eres

• Es

• Está

Which rule is used to decide between 'ser' and 'estar' for temporary states?

• Rule #4

• Rule #3

• Rule #1

• Rule #2

What is the correct form of 'to be' for describing someone's location?

• Eres

• Son

• Ser

• Estar

What does 'La manzana está verde' suggest about the apple?

• It is permanently green

• It is unripe

• It is a profession

• It is a location

Which rule applies to professions when choosing between 'ser' and 'estar'?

• Rule #4

• Rule #3

• Rule #2

• Rule #1

If describing a building's location, which form of 'to be' should be used?

• Eres

• Son

• Estar

• Ser

What does 'Él es doctor' imply about the use of 'ser'?

• Emotion

• Location

• Permanent state

• Temporary state

Where can you download the practice sheet for further practice?

• gringoespanol.com/ser-estar/

• spanishdict.com

• duolingo.com

• rosettastone.com