Capítulo 7
In this chapter, I will:
Differentiate between the verbs saber and conocer to discuss things that are known in different situations (CO 1, 4)
Manipulate sentences to incorporate indirect object pronouns (CO 1, 4)
Express my preferences and other interests using verbs like gustar (CO 1, 4)
Assemble sentences using demonstrative adjectives and pronouns to describe the world around me (CO 1,4)
Make comparisons of equality and inequality (CO 1, 4)
Analyze a group of people or items and describe the extremes (ie. tallest, shortest) using superlatives (CO 1, 3, 4)
Use the superlative suffix ísmo/a/os/as to add emphasis to characteristics (CO 1,4)
Discuss cultural, geographical, and historical facts about Perú (CO 5)
3. Lección 64: Expressing our preferences
Objectives: Express my preferences and other interests using verbs like gustar (CO 1, 4)
- Read Chapter 7 Section 71: Los verbos como Gustar
El Verbo Gustar y otros verbs similares
Qué le gusta a Verónica?
A student talks about her likes and dislikes. Listen to what she says, using the image below for help.
Paso 1
Escucha a Verónica otra vez y decide si estas afirmaciones son Ciertas (C) o Falsas (F). Trabaja con un@ compañer@. Work with someone you haven’t worked with before.
| 1. Para Verónica, el mundo no es interesante. | C | F |
| 2. Verónica vive en una ciudad. | C | F |
| 3. A Verónica le gusta caminar a la universidad. | C | F |
| 4. A Verónica le gustan los perros de color negro (black). | C | F |
| 5. La celebración favorita de Verónica es Halloween. | C | F |
| 6. A Verónica no le gustan los mosquitos. | C | F |
| 7. A Verónica le gusta comprar regalos (gifts) para sus amigas. | C | F |
| 8. A Verónica le gusta Netflix. | C | F |
¡Conversemos!
Trabaja con un@ compañero@ y practica tu español en esta situación social. You need to use the vocabulary and structures you have learned so far. Change roles and partners after practicing each situation once.
Estudiante 1. Call your best friend from high school and tell them about your new roommate and apartment off campus. Describe your roommate and apartment, including:
- Their age and appearance;
- Their personality (e.g., what they like and dislike);
- Why they are a good roommate (e.g., describe the household chores they do).
- Apartment: Talk about its location, number of rooms (describe each room—talk about furniture).
- Say why you like it. Ask questions and share as much information as possible.
Estudiante 2. Your best friend from high school calls you to tell you about their new roommate and apartment in college. Ask questions about:
- Your friend’s roommate, and
- What they like about their new city and university.
- Their new apartment.
- Tell your friend about your new girlfriend/boyfriend or friend.
- Describe their age, personality, and appearance. Ask questions and share as much information as possible.
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