Spanish 1 Chapter 2b Grammar Quiz
Spanish 1 Chapter 2B Grammar quiz--the verb estar (Realidades text; level 1)
Questions and Answers
- 1.
--¿Dónde está el libro? --______ en el escritorio.
- A.
Estoy
- B.
Estás
- C.
Está
- D.
Están
Correct Answer
C. EstáExplanation
The correct answer is "Está" because it agrees with the singular noun "el libro" and indicates that the book is located on the desk.Rate this question:
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- 2.
--¿Cómo estás hoy? --______ bien, gracias.
- A.
Estoy
- B.
Estás
- C.
Está
- D.
Estamos
Correct Answer
A. EstoyExplanation
The correct answer is "Estoy" because it matches the subject "yo" (I) and the verb "estar" (to be) in the first person singular form. This form is used to express how the speaker is feeling or their current state. In this context, the speaker is saying that they are feeling good today.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Jorge y yo ________ en la clase de arte con la Sra. Campbell.
- A.
Estoy
- B.
Está
- C.
Están
- D.
Estamos
Correct Answer
D. EstamosExplanation
The correct answer is "estamos" because it is the first-person plural form of the verb "estar" which means "to be" in Spanish. In this sentence, "Jorge y yo" refers to "we" and since the sentence is talking about being in the art class with the teacher, it makes sense to use the plural form "estamos".Rate this question:
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- 4.
Tus carteles __________ encima de la mesa allí.
- A.
Estoy
- B.
Está
- C.
Están
- D.
Estás
Correct Answer
C. EstánExplanation
The correct answer is "están". The verb "estar" is used to indicate location or state, and in this case, it is used to indicate the location of the posters on the table. Since "carteles" is plural, the correct form of the verb is "están" which agrees with the subject in number.Rate this question:
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- 5.
¿Dónde _______ mi papelera?
- A.
Estoy
- B.
Está
- C.
Estás
- D.
Están
Correct Answer
B. EstáExplanation
The correct answer is "está" because it agrees with the subject "papelera" which is singular and feminine. "Está" is the third person singular form of the verb "estar" which means "to be" in Spanish. Therefore, the sentence translates to "Where is my trash can?"Rate this question:
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- 6.
Los estudiantes _________ en la clase de tecnología. Estudian las computadoras.
- A.
Estamos
- B.
Están
- C.
Estáis
- D.
Está
Correct Answer
B. EstánExplanation
The correct answer is "están" because it agrees with the subject "los estudiantes" (the students) in number and person. "Están" is the third person plural form of the verb "estar" (to be), which is used to indicate location or temporary states. In this case, it is used to indicate that the students are currently in the technology class studying computers.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Mis amigos y yo __________ en la escuela.
Correct Answer
estamosExplanation
The correct answer is "estamos" because the sentence is in the present tense and it is talking about the actions of "mis amigos y yo" (my friends and I) at the moment. "Estamos" is the first person plural form of the verb "estar" (to be) in the present tense, indicating that "mis amigos y yo" are currently in the school.Rate this question:
- 8.
Las banderas de España, México y Honduras ___________ en la clase de español.
Correct Answer
estan
están
esta`n
esta'nExplanation
The correct answer is "están". In Spanish, the verb "estar" is used to indicate location or temporary states. Since the sentence is talking about the flags of Spain, Mexico, and Honduras being in the Spanish class, the correct form of the verb "estar" is "están" which is the third person plural form. The other options "estan", "esta`n", and "esta'n" are incorrect spellings or combinations of the verb.Rate this question:
- 9.
Yo __________ muy feliz hoy porque es mi cumpleaños.
Correct Answer
estoyExplanation
The correct answer is "estoy" because the sentence is expressing a temporary state or feeling. The verb "estar" is used to indicate temporary states or conditions, such as being happy. In this case, the person is saying that they are very happy today because it is their birthday.Rate this question:
- 10.
Nosotros ________ muy bien hoy.
Correct Answer
estamosExplanation
The correct answer is "estamos" because it is the correct form of the verb "estar" when referring to "nosotros" (we). The sentence is expressing how "we" are doing today, so "estamos" is the appropriate conjugation in the present tense.Rate this question:
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