The Subjunctive in Mexican Spanish

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Objective

I can use the subjunctive mood in simple sentences to express wishes, doubts, or emotions in Mexican Spanish.

Part 1 of 3

Warm-up video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

7 questions

1

According to the video, what are the three main situations where you might use the subjunctive mood in Spanish?

2

Explain in your own words what the speaker means by the subjunctive being the "opposite tense." Give an example using a verb of your choice.

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Complete the following sentence with a verb in the subjunctive to express a wish: "Quiero que tú __________ (estudiar) mucho." Complete the following sentence with a verb in the subjunctive to express doubt: "Dudo que ella __________ (decir) la verdad."

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