CIU: Overview

La Ciudad

In this module, we will explore the city, la ciudad, directions and comparisons with relation to places in la ciudad and will master associated vocabulary. We will implement the uses of verbs SER and ESTAR in the context of a casual conversation in the city. We will revisit and practice the verbs SER and ESTAR forms: present, preterit, imperfect, conditional and future tenses. You will be able to use them correctly in meaningful context as you continue your study of the target language.

Essential Questions

Where are you located in the city?
How would you ask for directions?
How would you compare one place to another in the city?
How do we use verb ser correctly?
How do we use verb estar correctly?

Key Terms

Cognados: Cognates, what they are and how to use them.
Lectura: Reading
Gramática: Grammar
Conversar: Speaking
Discusión (plataforma de debate): Discussion
Escuchar: Listening
Comprensión Auditiva: Listening Comprehension
Cultura: Culture
Repaso: Review
Lugares: Places
Ejemplos: Examples
Más Práctica: More Practice
Rincón Cultural: Cultural Corner
Ubicación: Location
Comparación: Comparisons
Presente Progresivo: Present progressive, the "ing" form of the verb
Ser and Estar: Both mean "TO BE "/ "WHEN to use them Correctly"
La Ciudad: The city
Transporte: Transportation
Lugares: Places

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