Indicative Versus Subjunctive in Spanish

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Objective

I can differentiate between situations requiring the subjunctive versus the indicative mood in Spanish sentences.

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Warm-up video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

7 questions

1

According to the video, what is the main difference in meaning or intention between using the indicative and subjunctive moods in Spanish? Provide a brief explanation of each.

2

The speaker in the video describes family traditions using the indicative mood. Describe one of your own family's traditions or habits in 2-3 sentences using the indicative mood in Spanish.

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Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Complete the sentence with the correct form (indicative or subjunctive) of the verb "tener": "Es evidente que Juan _______ razón." Complete the sentence with the correct form (indicative or subjunctive) of the verb "ir": "Dudo que nosotros _______ a la fiesta."

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