Ser vs Estar Quiz

1. Two classmates explain their role at the university. Which sentence is correct?

2. You touch your coffee and notice it has become cold. Complete: “El café ___ frío.”

3. A veterinarian explains that an animal has died. Which sentence uses the standard Spanish expression?

4. You mean that Juan is generally a boring person, not that he feels bored now. Which sentence fits?

5. Which sentence correctly states the day?

6. Choose the correct passive sentence meaning “The novel was written by Cervantes.”

7. Which sentence correctly says that the table is made of wood?

8. You feel nervous today but do not see it as a permanent trait. Complete: “Hoy ___ nervioso.”

9. A friend asks where tonight’s party will take place. Which reply is correct?

10. You call your friends and learn that they are studying right now. Complete: “Ellos ___ estudiando.”

11. You are describing where your hotel was located during a past trip. Complete: “El hotel ___ cerca de la playa.”

12. Which sentence correctly says that your parents are from Peru?

13. Which sentence correctly identifies Lucía as the owner of a book?

14. The soup tastes unusually salty today, rather than being a generally salty recipe. Complete: “La sopa ___ salada.”

15. Complete the sentence: “Madrid ___ la capital de España.”

16. You want to say that Marta is ready to leave. Complete: “Marta ___ lista para salir.”