Spanish
Grade 9
15 min
En el m�dico
En el m�dico
What you'll learn
- Identify in context at least 8 out of 10 examples of subjunctive mood used to offer suggestions in authentic Spanish dialogues or texts.
- Apply the correct subjunctive form of common verbs (e.g., *ir*, *ser*, *tener*, *hacer*) in at least 4 out of 5 original sentences offering solutions to hypothetical problems presented in Spanish.
- Explain the grammatical rule governing the use of the subjunctive mood following impersonal expressions (e.g., *es importante que*, *es necesario que*) with 100% accuracy.
- Create a short skit in Spanish with a partner, incorporating at least 5 suggestions using the subjunctive mood to resolve a given scenario, and be evaluated on correct subjunctive usage and clarity of communication.
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Introduction & Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives
Identify and use at least 15 vocabulary words related to symptoms, illnesses, and medical treatments.
Accurately describe pain and symptoms using the verb 'doler' and the phrase 'tener dolor de...'.
Formulate complex sentences to ask for and receive medical advice.
Correctly apply the present subjunctive mood with verbs of influence (e.g., recomendar, sugerir) in the context of a doctor's visit.
Use expressions of emotion with the subjunctive to discuss health concerns (e.g., 'Me preocupa que tengas fiebre').
Role-play a basic conversation between a doctor and a patient, incorporating key vocabulary and grammatical structures.
Imagine you're studying abroad and suddenly feel sick. 🤒 How would you explain your sympt...
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Key Concepts & Vocabulary
TermDefinitionExample
El síntomaA physical or mental feature that is regarded as indicating a condition of disease, particularly a feature that is apparent to the patient.La tos, la fiebre y el dolor de garganta son síntomas de la gripe.
El diagnósticoThe identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms.Después de los análisis, el diagnóstico del médico fue una infección bacteriana.
La recetaA prescription; a written order from a doctor for a specific medicine.El doctor me dio una receta para comprar los antibióticos en la farmacia.
El dolorA highly unpleasant physical sensation caused by illness or injury.Tengo un dolor agudo en el estómago.
Subjuntivo para recomendacionesThe use of the subjunctive mood after verbs of influence or recommendation...
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Grammar Rules & Patterns
Using the Verb 'Doler'
A + [Indirect Object Pronoun] + duele/duelen + [Singular/Plural Body Part]
This structure is used to express what hurts. The verb 'doler' works like 'gustar'. Use 'duele' for singular nouns (la cabeza) and 'duelen' for plural nouns (los pies). The indirect object pronoun (me, te, le, nos, os, les) indicates who is experiencing the pain.
Subjunctive with Verbs of Influence
[Subject 1] + [Verb of Influence in Indicative] + que + [Subject 2] + [Verb in Present Subjunctive]
When a person recommends, suggests, insists, or wants another person to do something, the second verb must be in the subjunctive. Key verbs include: recomendar, sugerir, aconsejar, insistir en, querer. There must be a change of subject....
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Challenging
Un paciente dice: 'Tengo una fiebre de 40 grados y me duele todo el cuerpo.' ¿Cuál de las siguientes respuestas del doctor es la más apropiada y gramaticalmente correcta?
A.Es urgente que usted toma este medicamento ahora mismo.
B.Recomiendo que usted vaya a la sala de emergencias inmediatamente.
C.Me preocupa que usted tienes síntomas graves.
D.Es bueno que usted descansas un poco más.
Challenging
Combina las siguientes dos ideas en una sola oración en español, usando la gramática correcta: 'The doctor advises me.' y 'I should get an X-ray.'
A.El médico me aconseja que me hago una radiografía.
B.El médico me aconseja hacerme una radiografía.
C.El médico me aconseja que me haga una radiografía.
D.El médico me aconseja y me hago una radiografía.
Challenging
Analiza el diálogo: Paciente 1: 'Me duele la cabeza.' Paciente 2: 'Yo también tengo dolor de cabeza.' ¿Qué se puede concluir sobre el uso de estas dos frases?
A.Solo la frase del Paciente 1 es correcta.
B.La frase del Paciente 2 es más formal que la del Paciente 1.
C.Ambas frases son correctas y significan lo mismo; son intercambiables.
D.La frase del Paciente 1 indica un dolor más fuerte que la del Paciente 2.
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