Answer: The correct responses are:
1. es
2. es
3. son
4. es
5. está (note the accent mark at the end; without it, it means "this")
6. está
7. está
8. está
9. estás
10. es
11. eres
12. estar
Explanation: To clarify further, this exercise requires selecting the proper form of the verbs SER and ESTAR, which both mean "TO BE" in English. Many learners of Spanish struggle to distinguish these two verbs. Generally, ESTAR is used when describing a state resulting from a change, either actual or perceived, and to indicate location. For example, in sentence 5: "He is overwhelmed (he has become that way) by his studies," which is why ESTAR is used. Conversely, SER is applied for general descriptions or to identify someone, such as in sentence 11: "Julia, you are a good girl."
Transform the plural sentences into singular forms and vice versa.
1. These hats are very stylish. (Plural)
Answer 1: That hat is very stylish. (Singular)
Translation 1: That over there hat is very elegant.
2. This coat is very expensive. (Singular)
Answer 2: Those coats are very expensive. (Plural)
Translation 2: Those coats cost a lot.
3. These belts are beautiful. (Plural)
Answer 3: That belt is beautiful. (Singular)
Translation 3: That belt has a lovely design.
4. These prices are excellent. (Plural)
Answer 4: That price is excellent. (Singular)
Translation 4: That price is very reasonable.
5. These skirts are too short. (Plural)
Answer 5: That skirt is too short. (Singular)
Translation 5: That skirt doesn't fit well.
Respuesta:
Considero que el racismo es un dilema social. En nuestro mundo, la diversidad de colores nos hace especiales. Algunas personas creen que pueden decir cosas a otros basándose en su color de piel. Las soluciones a este problema son posibles. En los últimos años, la vida ha cambiado radicalmente; la gente categoriza a otros por el color de su piel y los condena debido a experiencias negativas con alguien de un color similar. Lo ideal sería que tratáramos a todos con respeto, como si todos fuéramos iguales, y que aprendamos unos de otros.
