Imperfect Subjunctive Tense in Italian: Imperfetto Congiuntivo

The video tutorial by Professor Dave explains the use of the imperfect subjunctive in Italian. It covers the differences between present and past subjunctive tenses, focusing on the imperfect subjunctive. The tutorial provides examples in English and Italian, demonstrating how to form and use this tense. It also highlights irregular forms and offers practical examples to illustrate its application in conversation.

What is the main purpose of using the imperfect subjunctive in a sentence?

• To indicate contemporaneous action in a historical context

• To describe habitual actions

• To form questions

• To express future actions

How do you form the imperfect subjunctive for regular verbs in Italian?

• Add 're' to the infinitive

• Remove 're' and add specific endings

• Use the present tense endings

• Add 'ing' to the verb

Which of the following is a key feature of the imperfect subjunctive in Italian?

• All forms are identical

• The third person singular form changes slightly

• It uses the future tense endings

• It is only used in questions

Why is the imperfect subjunctive considered impressive in Italian conversation?

• It is used to discuss lofty ideas

• It is only used in formal writing

• It is rarely used

• It is a new addition to the language

Which verb is an example of an irregular verb in the imperfect subjunctive?

• Cantare

• Essere

• Dormire

• Scrivere

What is another use of the imperfect subjunctive besides indicating contemporaneous action?

• To express certainty

• To describe past habitual actions

• To express regret or desire for unlikely events

• To form commands

Which of the following sentences uses the imperfect subjunctive to express a desire?

• I hope you are going.

• I was hoping you were going.

• I will go if you go.

• If only it were sunny.