Exam 3: La Vida Diaria

Write the correct word to complete the "tener" expression for each sentence. -Vivo en Miami. En el verano siempre tengo _______ cuando corto el césped.

Conjugate the verb in parentheses in the present tense. -Melissa y Anita ________ (pedir) hamburguesas en el restaurante.

Read the following summary of cultural information from "Capítulo 3", then indicate the correct words to complete each sentence. ¡OJO! Some sentences have more than one answer. Traditionally, Mexican women of the family have customarily been responsible for taking care of children and maintaining the house while the men worked outside of the home in order to provide for their families. Today however, this is no longer the only way that a Mexican family functions. It is more common now for either or both of the parents to work outside the home, given that many women have access to higher education and training, even in more remote parts of the country. Some of the fields where women are increasing their presence include politics, business, sports, show business, and journalism. Many families in Mexico enjoy eating out together in restaurants. Men and women typically dress rather formally or in business casual attire when they go out to eat, especially for dinner. Very casual clothing is generally considered inappropriate for dinner. Proper etiquette is also important, such as keeping hands above the table, using knives and forks, and engaging in conversation. Chatting at the table in restaurants is an integral part of any meal, and people easily spend two hours or more at the table, eating and conversing. It is considered rude to leave immediately after finishing a meal, as people spend a long time while eating in conversation. When paying for a meal, instead of splitting the check, the person who invited someone to the meal will pay the bill. -When eating out at restaurants in Mexico, people __________.

Write the correct word to complete the "tener" expression for each sentence. -Alberto no desayuna por la mañana. Cuando llega a la cafetería a mediodía, tiene mucha_________ .

Determine whether the following statements are "Cierto" -A lavadero is a typical washing machine that many Mexican households use.

Match each image with the correct chore. -tender la ropa

Match each image with the correct chore. -hacer la cama

Indicate the correct verb to complete each sentence. -Clara y Claudia _______ que estudiar mucho esta noche porque mañana hay un examen de química.

Complete each sentence with the correct word from the list. tomar una siesta las cartas la copa hacer yoga ir al cine la iglesia -Alicia prefiere _________ por treinta minutos después de clase en su sofá, porque está cansada.

Complete each sentence with the correct word from the list. tomar una siesta las cartas la copa hacer yoga ir al cine la iglesia -Los cristianos típicamente van a _________ los domingos.

Write complete sentences using each of the elements and the verb + infinitive structure. -Mi padre / poder / jugar muy bien al billar

Determine whether the following statements are "Cierto" -The website lavandero.mx is a 24-hour laundry service that picks up your laundry and return it to your home.

Conjugate the verb in parentheses in present tense. -Yo _______ (oír) la alarma todas las mañanas.

Determine whether the following statements are "Cierto" -The website lavadero.mx will pick up your dirty laundry and return it clean and folded in 48 hours.

Read the following summary of cultural information from "Capítulo 3", then answer the questions. Traditionally, Mexican women of the family have customarily been responsible for taking care of children and maintaining the house while the men worked outside of the home in order to provide for their families. Today however, this is no longer the only way that a Mexican family functions. It is more common now for either or both of the parents to work outside the home, given that many women have access to higher education and training, even in more remote parts of the country. Some of the fields where women are increasing their presence include politics, business, sports, show business, and journalism. Many families in Mexico enjoy eating out together in restaurants. Men and women typically dress rather formally or in business casual attire when they go out to eat, especially for dinner. Very casual clothing is generally considered inappropriate for dinner. Proper etiquette is also important, such as keeping hands above the table, using knives and forks, and engaging in conversation. Chatting at the table in restaurants is an integral part of any meal, and people easily spend two hours or more at the table, eating and conversing. It is considered rude to leave immediately after finishing a meal, as people spend a long time while eating in conversation. When paying for a meal, instead of splitting the check, the person who invited someone to the meal will pay the bill. -What is the main reason that women have started taking jobs outside the home?

Complete each sentence with the correct word from the list. tomar una siesta las cartas la copa hacer yoga ir al cine la iglesia -Los viernes por la noche Mario y sus amigos juegan a _________ en una mesa grande.

Complete each sentence with the correct form of the verbs oír, poner, salir, traer, or ver. -Nosotros ______ nuestro programa favorito en la televisión.

Conjugate the verb in parentheses in present tense. -Yo _______ (hacer) un proyecto para la clase de economía en la biblioteca.

Choose the correct word to complete the sentence. -Muchos estudiantes que viven en una residencia estudiantil usan para preparar comida (food).

Complete each sentence with the correct form of the verbs oír, poner, salir, traer, or ver. -Yo ______ para clase a las 9:00 de la mañana.