02 Spanish Lesson - Preterite AR verbs (part 1)

This video tutorial teaches how to conjugate AR verbs in the preterite tense in Spanish. It begins with an introduction to the concept of preterite tense, followed by detailed examples using the verbs 'trabajar', 'cantar', and 'bailar'. Each verb is conjugated in both present and preterite tenses, highlighting the differences in endings. The tutorial concludes with practice exercises and translations to reinforce learning.

What is the preterite tense used for in Spanish?

• To describe future actions

• To describe hypothetical actions

• To describe ongoing actions

• To describe past actions

Which of the following is the correct preterite form of 'trabajar' for 'yo'?

• Yo trabajaron

• Yo trabajo

• Yo trabajé

• Yo trabajaba

In the preterite tense, which form remains the same as in the present tense for AR verbs?

• Ellos

• Yo

• Tú

• Nosotros

How would you say 'I sang' in Spanish using the preterite tense?

• Yo canté

• Yo canto

• Yo cantaron

• Yo cantaba

Translate 'We talked a lot' into Spanish using the preterite tense.

• Nosotros hablaron mucho

• Nosotros hablamos mucho

• Nosotros hablamos mucho

• Nosotros hablábamos mucho