Spanish
Grade 10
15 min
Dando instrucciones: ¿Cómo se hace? (Giving instructions: How do you do it?)
Use the imperative mood to give instructions on how to do something (Primero..., Luego..., Después..., Finalmente...).
What you'll learn
- Identify at least 5 Spanish verbs commonly used when giving instructions (e.g., poner, mezclar, añadir) from a list of 10 words with 80% accuracy.
- Explain in simple Spanish, using at least 3 complete sentences, the steps to complete a simple task (e.g., making a peanut butter sandwich, drawing a simple picture) using instructional verbs learned in class.
- Apply the learned vocabulary and grammar to create a short, illustrated recipe in Spanish, containing at least 4 steps, for a fictional dish, and be able to read it aloud with correct pronunciation.
- Solve a simple problem by correctly sequencing scrambled steps of a Spanish recipe, presented visually, in the correct order with 100% accuracy.
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Introduction & Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives
Differentiate between formal (usted/ustedes) and informal (tú) commands.
Formulate affirmative and negative commands for regular and irregular verbs.
Correctly attach object pronouns (direct, indirect, reflexive) to affirmative commands and place them before negative commands.
Use impersonal expressions with the infinitive and subjunctive to give general advice and instructions.
Write a set of instructions for a multi-step process, such as a recipe or directions.
Verbally give and respond to instructions in a role-playing scenario.
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Key Concepts & Vocabulary
TermDefinitionExample
El Modo Imperativo (The Imperative Mood)The verb mood used to give commands, orders, or make direct requests to someone.¡Habla más despacio, por favor! (Speak more slowly, please!)
Mandatos Formales (Formal Commands)Commands used with people you address as usted or ustedes. They are formed using the present subjunctive endings.Señor, abra la puerta. (Sir, open the door.)
Mandatos Informales (Informal Commands)Commands used with people you address as tú. The affirmative tú command often looks like the third-person singular present indicative.María, come tus verduras. (María, eat your vegetables.)
Mandatos Negativos (Negative Commands)Commands that tell someone not to do something. For most forms (tú, usted, ustedes), they use the present subjunctive form preceded by &...
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Grammar Rules & Patterns
Forming Formal Commands (Usted/Ustedes)
Start with the 'yo' form of the present indicative, drop the '-o', and add the opposite vowel ending: '-e/-en' for -ar verbs, and '-a/-an' for -er/-ir verbs.
Use this for polite or formal situations. This rule applies to both affirmative and negative commands. Remember to account for irregular 'yo' forms (tengo -> tenga) and spelling changes (buscar -> busque).
Forming Informal 'Tú' Commands
Affirmative: Use the third-person singular (él/ella/usted) form of the present indicative. Negative: Use the 'tú' form of the present subjunctive.
The affirmative form is simple for most verbs, but there are eight common irregulars (ven, di, sal, haz, ten, ve, pon, sé). The...
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Challenging
You are a nurse instructing an adult patient (usted). How do you say, 'Don't put the cream (la crema) on yourself'?
A.No se la ponga.
B.No te la pongas.
C.No póngasela.
D.No se la pone.
Challenging
Transform the following statement into a formal affirmative command: 'Ustedes me lo explican ahora.'
A.Me lo expliquen ahora.
B.Explíquenmelo ahora.
C.Explícanmelo ahora.
D.Me lo explican ahora.
Challenging
Your friend (tú) is starting to fall asleep in class. How do you correctly tell them, 'Don't fall asleep!' using the verb 'dormirse'?
A.No te duermes.
B.No duérmete.
C.No te duermas.
D.No se duerma.
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El imperativo: ¡Hazlo! (The imperative: Do it!)
Órdenes en clase: ¿Qué dice el profesor? (Commands in class: What does the teacher say?)
Consejos para la salud: ¡Come sano! (Advice for health: Eat healthy!)
El imperativo irregular: Verbos comunes (Irregular imperative: Common verbs)
Pidiendo ayuda: ¿Me puedes ayudar? (Asking for help: Can you help me?)
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You'll be able to: Identify at least 5 Spanish verbs commonly used when giving instructions (e.g., poner, mezclar, añadir) from a list of 10 words with 80% accuracy; Explain in simple Spanish, using at least 3 complete sentences, the steps to….
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