# 🗣️ Making Statements Making statements in Spanish hinges on choosing the right verb forms and word order to clearly convey who does what and when. This guide walks through the essentials so you can express actions, habits, and facts with confidence. --- ## Basic Sentence Structure Spanish sentences typically follow a Subject-Verb-Object order, but the subject can be omitted when the verb ending makes it clear. Adverbs and time expressions usually slot in near the verb to add detail. --- ### Subject-Verb-Object The straightforward sequence place the subject first, followed by the verb and then the object or complement. This order feels natural and is easy to follow for learners. ```json <{ "type": "quiz", "exercises": [ { "quiz": "454102fc", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "conjugation", "text": "Yo ___ (comer) la manzana después del almuerzo.", "answer": [ "como" ], "translation": "I eat the apple after lunch.", "emoji": "🍎", "explanation": "Present tense conjugation for -ar verb; simple SVO order.", "name": "7593ab03" }, { "quiz": "454102fc", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "rule", "prompt": "Which of these sentences uses a correct Subject-Verb-Object order?", "correct": [ "Ella lee el libro. ", "Los niños juegan fútbol." ], "incorrect": [ "Lee el libro ella. ", "El libro lee ella." ], "emoji": "🔤", "explanation": "SVO places the subject first, then verb, then object/complement. Answers follow that pattern.", "name": "29bf658e" }, { "quiz": "454102fc", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "vocabulary", "text": "Carlos ___ (beber) café por la mañana.", "answer": [ "bebe" ], "translation": "Carlos drinks coffee in the morning.", "emoji": "☕", "explanation": "Present tense conjugation of 'beber' for third person singular; shows a simple statement.", "name": "7895ce7b" }, { "quiz": "454102fc", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "fact", "prompt": "Which sentence correctly includes an object after the verb?", "correct": [ "María escribe cartas.", "Compramos frutas en el mercado." ], "incorrect": [ "María escribe.", "Compramos en el mercado frutas." ], "emoji": "🧾", "explanation": "An object should follow the verb to complete the idea; 'escribe cartas' and 'compramos frutas' are correct.", "name": "4f21b559" } ], "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "name": "3ab6fe65" }> ``` --- ### Omitting the Subject Because Spanish verb endings signal person and number, you can leave out the subject pronoun when it’s understood. This makes sentences more concise and fluid. ```json <{ "type": "quiz", "exercises": [ { "quiz": "366e5d5f", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "conjugation", "text": "___ (trabajar) en la oficina hoy.", "answer": [ "trabajo" ], "translation": "I work at the office today.", "emoji": "🏢", "explanation": "Subject pronoun 'yo' is omitted because the verb ending -o makes the subject clear.", "name": "21649cb1" }, { "quiz": "366e5d5f", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "rule", "prompt": "When can you omit the subject pronoun in Spanish?", "correct": [ "When the verb ending clearly indicates person and number." ], "incorrect": [ "Only when the subject is a proper noun.", "Only in questions.", "Never; subjects must always be stated." ], "emoji": "❓", "explanation": "Subject pronouns can be dropped if the verb ending makes the subject clear; this is common in statements.", "name": "fd964e8" }, { "quiz": "366e5d5f", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "conjugation", "text": "Antes de dormir, ___ (leer) un poco.", "answer": [ "leo" ], "translation": "Before sleeping, I read a bit.", "emoji": "📖", "explanation": "First person singular present tense; subject 'yo' is optional and omitted here.", "name": "1bb6fa15" }, { "quiz": "366e5d5f", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "fact", "prompt": "Which of these sentences correctly omits the subject pronoun?", "correct": [ "(Yo) hablo español.", "(Tú) comes temprano." ], "incorrect": [ "Hablo yo español.", "Comes tú temprano." ], "emoji": "🙈", "explanation": "Omission is natural when verb endings are clear; placing the pronoun after the verb changes emphasis or formality.", "name": "24453698" } ], "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "name": "56321540" }> ``` --- ### Adverbs and Time Expressions Adverbs and time phrases usually go after the verb or at the sentence start for emphasis. They tweak the meaning by showing when, how, or how often an action happens. ```json <{ "type": "quiz", "exercises": [ { "quiz": "705c9028", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "vocabulary", "text": "Ella llega ___ (early) al trabajo.", "answer": [ "temprano" ], "translation": "She arrives early to work.", "emoji": "⏰", "explanation": "'Temprano' is an adverb of time; adverbs like this typically go after the verb.", "name": "75e9556b" }, { "quiz": "705c9028", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "rule", "prompt": "Where do adverbs of time like 'ayer' or 'a menudo' usually appear?", "correct": [ "After the verb or at the start of the sentence for emphasis." ], "incorrect": [ "Always before the subject.", "At the very end only.", "They must follow the object exactly." ], "emoji": "🕒", "explanation": "Time adverbs are flexible but commonly follow the verb or appear sentence-initial for emphasis.", "name": "4ad1c1c4" }, { "quiz": "705c9028", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "vocabulary", "text": "Nosotros trabajamos ___ (often) en la cafetería.", "answer": [ "a menudo" ], "translation": "We often work in the cafeteria.", "emoji": "☕", "explanation": "'A menudo' is a habitual time expression; it can appear after the verb to indicate frequency.", "name": "41ae5067" }, { "quiz": "705c9028", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "fact", "prompt": "Which sentence places the time expression correctly?", "correct": [ "Trabajo aquí a menudo.", "A menudo trabajo aquí." ], "incorrect": [ "Trabajo a menudo aquí.", "Aquí trabajo a menudo a." ], "emoji": "📅", "explanation": "Both post-verbal and sentence-initial placement are correct; the incorrect options have unnatural order or extra words.", "name": "25804240" } ], "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "name": "376dae9c" }> ``` --- ## Expressing Habit To talk about habitual actions, use the present tense for routines and *soler* + infinitive to highlight repeated behavior. Time expressions like *siempre* and *a menudo* reinforce habit. --- ### Present Tense for Habit The present tense describes regular actions that happen *todos los días*, *cada semana*, etc. It’s the default way to state routines. ```json <{ "type": "quiz", "exercises": [ { "quiz": "18aee657", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "conjugation", "text": "Cada mañana ___ (caminar) por el parque.", "answer": [ "camino" ], "translation": "Every morning I walk through the park.", "emoji": "🚶‍♂️", "explanation": "Present tense to express a habitual action; time expression 'cada mañana' reinforces routine.", "name": "5a860892" }, { "quiz": "18aee657", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "rule", "prompt": "Which present tense sentence shows a habitual action?", "correct": [ "Trabajo de lunes a viernes.", "Ellos estudian todas las tardes." ], "incorrect": [ "Estoy trabajando ahora.", "Fuimos al mercado ayer." ], "emoji": "🔄", "explanation": "Present tense with habitual time expressions describe routines; 'estoy trabajando' is present progressive and 'fuimos' is past.", "name": "e2c6c7" }, { "quiz": "18aee657", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "vocabulary", "text": "Normalmente ___ (desayunar) cereales.", "answer": [ "desayuno" ], "translation": "Normally I eat cereal for breakfast.", "emoji": "🥣", "explanation": "Present tense verb 'desayunar' conjugated for first person singular; 'normalmente' signals habit.", "name": "1266d4ed" }, { "quiz": "18aee657", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "fact", "prompt": "Which time expressions commonly appear with the present tense for habits?", "correct": [ "siempre", "a menudo", "normalmente" ], "incorrect": [ "ayer", "anoche", "una vez" ], "emoji": "🕘", "explanation": "Present habits use frequent time expressions; past-specific ones like 'ayer' are not for habitual present.", "name": "36759496" } ], "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "name": "3111a0b3" }> ``` --- ### Using Soler + Infinitive *Soler* in the present or past signals customary behavior and sounds natural when you want to emphasize habit. It’s followed by an infinitive. ```json <{ "type": "quiz", "exercises": [ { "quiz": "6b876470", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "conjugation", "text": "Antes solía ___ (leer) novelas por la noche.", "answer": [ "leer" ], "translation": "Before, I used to read novels at night.", "emoji": "📚", "explanation": "Soler conjugated in imperfect (solía) + infinitive 'leer' to express past habitual; omit conjugation only for the infinitive.", "name": "4cd5f936" }, { "quiz": "6b876470", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "rule", "prompt": "Which sentence correctly uses 'soler' to express habit?", "correct": [ "Sueles llegar temprano.", "Solíamos estudiar juntos." ], "incorrect": [ "Soler llega temprano.", "Suelendo estudiar." ], "emoji": "🔁", "explanation": "'Soler' must be conjugated and is followed by an infinitive; incorrect options misuse form or create nonwords.", "name": "3a39b2d1" }, { "quiz": "6b876470", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "vocabulary", "text": "Ahora ___ (soler) tomar café por la tarde.", "answer": [ "suelo" ], "translation": "Now I usually (tend to) drink coffee in the afternoon.", "emoji": "☕", "explanation": "'Soler' in the present (suelo) + infinitive implied; the blank omits the conjugated verb.", "name": "3a88e0d0" }, { "quiz": "6b876470", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "fact", "prompt": "Which statement about 'soler' is true?", "correct": [ "It is followed by an infinitive.", "It expresses habitual or customary actions." ], "incorrect": [ "It is followed by a conjugated verb.", "It only appears in future tense." ], "emoji": "🧭", "explanation": "'Soler' takes an infinitive and highlights repeated behavior; it can appear in present or imperfect forms.", "name": "10c4f1e7" } ], "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "name": "4f3b30f4" }> ``` --- ### Habitual Time Expressions Words like *siempre*, *a menudo*, *normalmente* and *frecuentemente* cue habitual actions and can appear at the start or end of the sentence for effect. ```json <{ "type": "quiz", "exercises": [ { "quiz": "108cbfb6", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "vocabulary", "text": "Ellos ___ (frequently) visitan a sus abuelos los domingos.", "answer": [ "frecuentemente" ], "translation": "They frequently visit their grandparents on Sundays.", "emoji": "🏡", "explanation": "'Frecuentemente' is a habitual adverb; it can appear before or after the verb to indicate frequency.", "name": "7add8b5a" }, { "quiz": "108cbfb6", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "rule", "prompt": "Which of these are habitual time expressions? (Choose all that apply)", "correct": [ "siempre", "a menudo", "normalmente", "frecuentemente" ], "incorrect": [ "ayer", "una vez", "hoy" ], "emoji": "📆", "explanation": "These words signal repeated or usual actions; the incorrect ones refer to specific past or present events.", "name": "7b2d5769" }, { "quiz": "108cbfb6", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "vocabulary", "text": "___ (usually) vamos al cine los viernes.", "answer": [ "normalmente" ], "translation": "We usually go to the movies on Fridays.", "emoji": "🎬", "explanation": "'Normalmente' indicates usual habit; placing it at the start gives emphasis.", "name": "14375535" }, { "quiz": "108cbfb6", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "fact", "prompt": "Where can habitual time expressions appear in a sentence?", "correct": [ "At the beginning for emphasis.", "After the verb or at the end." ], "incorrect": [ "Only before the subject.", "They must always follow the object." ], "emoji": "↔️", "explanation": "Habitual adverbs are flexible in placement; these positions are common and natural.", "name": "297798bf" } ], "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "name": "67179763" }> ``` --- ## Describing Actions: Tenses Choose tense based on whether you describe a completed action, an ongoing event, or a habitual past. The preterite, imperfect, and present each serve different narrative roles. --- ### Preterite for Completed Actions Use the preterite to narrate actions that finished at a specific time. It’s for clear, bounded events in the past. ```json <{ "type": "quiz", "exercises": [ { "quiz": "2e002e8c", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "conjugation", "text": "Ayer ___ (comprar) un regalo para Ana.", "answer": [ "compré" ], "translation": "Yesterday I bought a gift for Ana.", "emoji": "🎁", "explanation": "Preterite tense marks a completed action at a specific time; 'ayer' signals the past event.", "name": "5b65faa6" }, { "quiz": "2e002e8c", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "rule", "prompt": "When do you use the preterite?", "correct": [ "For actions completed at a specific time in the past." ], "incorrect": [ "For ongoing past actions.", "For habitual present actions.", "For general truths." ], "emoji": "✅", "explanation": "Preterite is for finished events with clear time boundaries; imperfect or present serve other functions.", "name": "226e626" }, { "quiz": "2e002e8c", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "vocabulary", "text": "La semana pasada ___ (viajar) a Madrid.", "answer": [ "viajé" ], "translation": "Last week I traveled to Madrid.", "emoji": "✈️", "explanation": "'Viajar' conjugated in preterite first person singular; time phrase confirms completed past event.", "name": "7c082840" }, { "quiz": "2e002e8c", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "fact", "prompt": "Which time expressions commonly signal use of the preterite?", "correct": [ "ayer", "la semana pasada", "anoche" ], "incorrect": [ "siempre", "a menudo", "normalmente" ], "emoji": "🗓️", "explanation": "Preterite time markers refer to specific past moments; frequent/habitual expressions suggest present or imperfect.", "name": "9f4304" } ], "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "name": "3e47b3d6" }> ``` --- ### Imperfect for Ongoing or Habitual Past The imperfect describes past routines, background details, or actions in progress. It sets scene and shows repeated behavior. ```json <{ "type": "quiz", "exercises": [ { "quiz": "7fad0c9d", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "conjugation", "text": "Cuando era niño, ___ (jugar) en la plaza todos los días.", "answer": [ "jugaba" ], "translation": "When I was a child, I used to play in the square every day.", "emoji": "⚽", "explanation": "Imperfect expresses past habitual or background action; 'jugaba' pairs with child-time context.", "name": "39b10544" }, { "quiz": "7fad0c9d", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "rule", "prompt": "Which situations use the imperfect?", "correct": [ "Past habits or repeated actions.", "Background descriptions in the past." ], "incorrect": [ "Single completed events.", "Future plans." ], "emoji": "🕰️", "explanation": "Imperfect is for ongoing, habitual, or descriptive past uses; completed events use preterite.", "name": "66571273" }, { "quiz": "7fad0c9d", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "vocabulary", "text": "Antes de mudarnos, ___ (vivir) en ese barrio.", "answer": [ "vivíamos" ], "translation": "Before moving, we lived in that neighborhood.", "emoji": "🏘️", "explanation": "'Vivíamos' is imperfect first person plural; context implies past background/habit.", "name": "3ea209bf" }, { "quiz": "7fad0c9d", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "fact", "prompt": "Which time expressions often appear with the imperfect?", "correct": [ "a menudo", "normalmente", "cada día" ], "incorrect": [ "ayer", "una vez", "el año pasado" ], "emoji": "🔄", "explanation": "Imperfect pairs with habitual or repeated time phrases; specific past-time expressions favor preterite.", "name": "b47d9a2" } ], "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "name": "3ad0c1c9" }> ``` --- ### Present for Current Actions Use the present tense to state actions happening now, general truths, or ongoing habits. It grounds sentences in the immediate or habitual. ```json <{ "type": "quiz", "exercises": [ { "quiz": "4fa1a4d0", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "conjugation", "text": "Ahora ___ (estudiar) para el examen.", "answer": [ "estudio" ], "translation": "I am studying for the exam now.", "emoji": "📚", "explanation": "Present tense can describe current actions; 'ahora' emphasizes immediacy. Note: Spanish often uses present simple for current activity.", "name": "4fc892dd" }, { "quiz": "4fa1a4d0", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "rule", "prompt": "Which uses of the present tense are common in Spanish?", "correct": [ "Current actions (with adverbs like 'ahora').", "General truths or facts.", "Habitual actions." ], "incorrect": [ "Completed past events.", "Future events only." ], "emoji": "🟢", "explanation": "Present tense covers immediate actions, routines, and general truths; past events require other tenses.", "name": "11c73d6" }, { "quiz": "4fa1a4d0", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "vocabulary", "text": "Todos los días ___ (leer) el periódico por la mañana.", "answer": [ "leo" ], "translation": "Every day I read the newspaper in the morning.", "emoji": "📰", "explanation": "Present tense for habitual action; 'todos los días' signals routine.", "name": "7458afcc" }, { "quiz": "4fa1a4d0", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "fact", "prompt": "Which sentence shows a present tense statement of fact or habit?", "correct": [ "El sol sale por el este.", "Trabajo en la oficina de lunes a viernes." ], "incorrect": [ "Trabajé en la oficina ayer.", "Estaré trabajando mañana." ], "emoji": "🌞", "explanation": "General truths and routines use present; past or future forms are different.", "name": "685d2011" } ], "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "name": "5e41c484" }> ``` --- ## Useful Verbs Common verbs like *decir*, *poner*, *tener*, and *creer* frequently appear in statements and can be followed by clauses, infinitives, or time expressions. Mastering their patterns helps you make clear assertions. --- ### Decir (to tell, to say) *Decir* can introduce reported speech or be used with an infinitive when followed by a person and an action. It’s handy for relaying information. ```json <{ "type": "quiz", "exercises": [ { "quiz": "563d48c9", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "conjugation", "text": "Él me ___ (decir) la verdad ayer.", "answer": [ "dijo" ], "translation": "He told me the truth yesterday.", "emoji": "🗣️", "explanation": "Preterite 'dijo' for completed reported speech; subject pronoun 'él' optional but included here for clarity.", "name": "643ffef5" }, { "quiz": "563d48c9", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "rule", "prompt": "How is 'decir' commonly used in statements?", "correct": [ "To report what someone says (with direct or indirect speech).", "With an infinitive when followed by a person and action (e.g., 'Le digo que...')." ], "incorrect": [ "Only as 'to order' (never 'to say').", "It must always be reflexive." ], "emoji": "💬", "explanation": "'Decir' covers saying/telling and can introduce clauses or be followed by infinitives in some constructions.", "name": "32e5f481" }, { "quiz": "563d48c9", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "vocabulary", "text": "Siempre ___ (decir) lo que piensa.", "answer": [ "dice" ], "translation": "He/She always says what they think.", "emoji": "🗨️", "explanation": "Present tense 'dice' (third person singular); time expression 'siempre' signals habit.", "name": "5d121a58" }, { "quiz": "563d48c9", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "fact", "prompt": "Which sentence correctly uses 'decir' to report speech?", "correct": [ "Ella dice que viene mañana.", "Me dijo que estaba cansado." ], "incorrect": [ "Ella dice venir mañana.", "Le dijo que a venir." ], "emoji": "🎧", "explanation": "Reported speech uses 'decir' + que + clause or preterite for past reporting; infinitive constructions require correct prepositions.", "name": "2b2d99a2" } ], "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "name": "303ea65c" }> ``` --- ### Poner (to put, to set) *Poner* appears in literal and figurative statements and can trigger time expressions when describing when something happens. It’s versatile in describing actions and situations. ```json <{ "type": "quiz", "exercises": [ { "quiz": "72750204", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "conjugation", "text": "Por la tarde ___ (poner) la mesa para la cena.", "answer": [ "pongo" ], "translation": "In the afternoon I set the table for dinner.", "emoji": "🍽️", "explanation": "Present tense 'pongo' (yo poner); time expression before the verb.", "name": "24fa005b" }, { "quiz": "72750204", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "rule", "prompt": "Which uses of 'poner' are common in statements?", "correct": [ "Literal: to put/place something.", "Figurative: to trigger time expressions or describe situations (e.g., 'poner la televisión')." ], "incorrect": [ "Only for time-of-day expressions.", "Only reflexive forms." ], "emoji": "📺", "explanation": "'Poner' is versatile for physical placement and setting contexts; it appears in many idiomatic expressions.", "name": "40e470f6" }, { "quiz": "72750204", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "vocabulary", "text": "Ellos ___ (poner) la radio por la mañana.", "answer": [ "ponen" ], "translation": "They put on the radio in the morning.", "emoji": "📻", "explanation": "'Ponen' present plural; 'poner la radio' is a common collocation to mean 'turn on'.", "name": "10051b21" }, { "quiz": "72750204", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "fact", "prompt": "Which sentence uses 'poner' in a common idiomatic way?", "correct": [ "Ponen música en la fiesta.", "Pongo la alarma para las seis." ], "incorrect": [ "Ponen ser feliz.", "Pongo a correr la bicicleta." ], "emoji": "🎶", "explanation": "These sentences show 'poner' with an object to mean 'play music' or 'set' an alarm; the incorrect ones misuse collocations.", "name": "7ba09e9a" } ], "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "name": "77f317c3" }> ``` --- ### Tener (to have) *Tener* is often used in expressions for possession, obligations, and time. It anchors statements about what someone owns, must do, or experiences. ```json <{ "type": "quiz", "exercises": [ { "quiz": "3c182bf4", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "conjugation", "text": "Yo ___ (tener) tres hermanos.", "answer": [ "tengo" ], "translation": "I have three siblings.", "emoji": "👨‍👩‍👦", "explanation": "'Tengo' present first person singular; used here for possession.", "name": "1b9b996a" }, { "quiz": "3c182bf4", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "rule", "prompt": "Which common uses of 'tener' appear in statements?", "correct": [ "Possession (tener + noun).", "Obligation (tener que + infinitive).", "Expressions of time (tener ... años)." ], "incorrect": [ "Only reflexive actions.", "Only as a replacement for 'haber'." ], "emoji": "🕐", "explanation": "'Tener' is versatile for possession, obligation, and expressions of age/time.", "name": "66b6096d" }, { "quiz": "3c182bf4", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "vocabulary", "text": "Marta ___ (tener) que estudiar esta noche.", "answer": [ "tiene" ], "translation": "Marta has to study tonight.", "emoji": "📖", "explanation": "'Tener que' + infinitive expresses obligation; conjugate 'tener' for the subject (ella).", "name": "5e4df002" }, { "quiz": "3c182bf4", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "fact", "prompt": "Which sentence shows an obligatory expression with 'tener'?", "correct": [ "Tengo que salir ahora.", "Ellos tienen que trabajar mañana." ], "incorrect": [ "Tengo salir ahora.", "Tienen salir que trabajar." ], "emoji": "🚪", "explanation": "'Tener que' must be followed by an infinitive to express necessity; incorrect options omit or misorder parts.", "name": "738a70af" } ], "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "name": "36bcdbfc" }> ``` --- ### Creer (to believe) *Creer* signals opinions or assumptions and can introduce clauses with *que*. It’s useful for qualifying statements and showing attitude. ```json <{ "type": "quiz", "exercises": [ { "quiz": "60a60cc7", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "conjugation", "text": "Yo ___ (creer) que ella llegará tarde.", "answer": [ "creo" ], "translation": "I believe that she will arrive late.", "emoji": "🤔", "explanation": "Present tense 'creo' + 'que' introduces a clause expressing belief or opinion.", "name": "366a6e49" }, { "quiz": "60a60cc7", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "rule", "prompt": "Which pattern is common with 'creer' in statements?", "correct": [ "Creer + que + clause (e.g., 'Creo que...').", "Using creer to express opinions or assumptions." ], "incorrect": [ "Creer + infinitive only.", "Always reflexive (creerse)." ], "emoji": "📝", "explanation": "'Creer' often introduces clauses with 'que'; 'creerse' has different nuanced uses.", "name": "792e5a46" }, { "quiz": "60a60cc7", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "fill-in-blank", "category": "vocabulary", "text": "¿Tú ___ (creer) en las casualidades?", "answer": [ "crees" ], "translation": "Do you believe in coincidences?", "emoji": "❓", "explanation": "'Crees' is second person singular present; the sentence codes an opinion question.", "name": "7047ae1" }, { "quiz": "60a60cc7", "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "type": "exercise", "question": "multiple-choice", "category": "fact", "prompt": "Which sentence shows 'creer' introducing an opinion?", "correct": [ "Creo que es importante.", "No creo que tengan razón." ], "incorrect": [ "Creo que a tener razón.", "Creer es importante que." ], "emoji": "🗨️", "explanation": "'Creer que' + clause is standard for opinions; negative 'no creo que' triggers subjunctive but the structure stays similar.", "name": "49432955" } ], "topic": "spanish/grammar/sentences-structure/making-statements", "name": "5324aae7" }> ``` --- ## Summary Making statements in Spanish centers on clear word order, appropriate tense, and useful time expressions to signal habit or timing. Practice structuring sentences with these patterns so you can state actions, routines, and facts smoothly.

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