Mastering Subject Pronouns and the Present Tense of Ser in Spanish

This video tutorial covers the Spanish subject pronouns and the present tense of the verb 'ser'. It explains the use of singular and plural pronouns, including the distinctions between 'tú' and 'usted', and 'vosotros' and 'ustedes'. The tutorial also details the irregular forms of 'ser' and its uses in expressing possession, origin, and profession. The video concludes with a review of the key points discussed.

What is the role of subject pronouns in Spanish?

• To express actions

• To indicate possession

• To replace nouns that act as objects

• To replace nouns that act as subjects

When should you use the pronoun 'tú'?

• In formal writing

• With an older person

• With a superior at work

• With a friend or family member you know well

Which pronoun would you use to address a group in Spain, excluding elders?

• Ellas

• Vosotros

• Nosotros

• Ustedes

What does the verb 'ser' primarily express?

• Location

• Possession

• Identity

• Existence

Which form of 'ser' is used with 'yo'?

• somos

• eres

• es

• soy

How is possession indicated in Spanish using 'ser'?

• Using 'ser' before the noun

• Using 'un' or 'una' before the noun

• Using 'de' after the noun

• Using an apostrophe after the noun

What contraction is formed with 'el' following 'de'?

• del

• de el

• el de

• de la

How do you state someone's origin using 'ser'?

• Using 'a' before the place of origin

• Using 'por' before the place of origin

• Using 'en' before the place of origin

• Using 'de' before the place of origin

What is omitted in Spanish when stating a profession using 'ser'?

• Indefinite article

• Conjunction

• Definite article

• Preposition

Which article is necessary when describing a profession with an adjective in Spanish?

• Indefinite article

• Both definite and indefinite articles

• No article

• Definite article