AP Spanish : Voice of the Verb in Spanish

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for AP Spanish

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Example Questions

Example Question #1 : Active Voice In Spanish

Which verb form is correct in context? 

Chicos, ¿Adonde _______? 

Possible Answers:

vayas

vas

vais

vamos

Correct answer:

vais

Explanation:

The only verb to agree in number with the subject is "vais," the second person plural informal form of ir.

English translation: "Boys, where are you-all going?"

Example Question #1 : Passive Voice In Spanish

Which verb form is correct in context? 

No se __________ entrar este edificio; está restringido.

Possible Answers:

permiten

permiso

permite

permitís

Correct answer:

permite

Explanation:

The impersonal structure "se+permitr+infinitive" is a passive constuction that requires the use of the third person singular in the indicative mood in this context. So, the correct answer is "permite."

English translation: "One may not enter this building; it is restricted."

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