Spanish Present Subjunctive with Impersonal Observations (I)

This video lesson covers the subjunctive mood and impersonal observations in Spanish. It explains how impersonal observations function like an invisible will, using examples to illustrate their structure and usage. The lesson also differentiates between when to use the subjunctive and indicative moods, providing common phrases and scenarios for each. The video concludes with a brief look at recommendations, orders, and suggestions, setting the stage for future lessons.

What is the primary structure used in impersonal observations?

• S + adjective + que

• S + verb + que

• S + noun + que

• S + adverb + que

In the subjunctive mood, what does 'will 1 + que + will 2' represent?

• A sequence of events

• A cause and effect

• A command or wish

• A question and answer

How are impersonal observations described in the context of 'invisible wills'?

• They are factual statements

• They are personal opinions

• They are based on societal norms or experiences

• They are direct commands

Which of the following is an example of an impersonal observation?

• Nosotros pensamos que es malo

• Yo creo que es bueno

• Es bueno que estudies

• Ellos dicen que es cierto

Which of the following phrases would require the subjunctive mood?

• Es cierto que

• Es obvio que

• Es verdad que

• Es importante que

What is the key difference between using subjunctive and indicative after 'que'?

• Subjunctive is used for certainty, indicative for doubt

• Subjunctive is used for doubt, indicative for certainty

• Subjunctive is used for past events, indicative for future events

• Subjunctive is used for questions, indicative for statements

What is the role of 'que' in the structure of impersonal observations?

• It introduces the subjunctive mood

• It indicates a past event

• It introduces a question

• It connects two independent clauses