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Ready to Master Spanish Possessive Adjectives? Take the Quiz!

Practice your possessive adjectives in Spanish quiz and challenge yourself!

Difficulty: Moderate
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This practice quiz helps you master Spanish possessive adjectives by choosing the right form in clear, short sentences. Get instant feedback so you can spot and fix mix-ups like mi vs. mis and tu vs. tus. Warm up on the practice page or jump in and start the quiz .

Complete the sentence: "_____ libro es interesante."
Mi
Nuestro
Su
Tu
The possessive adjective "mi" agrees in number with the singular noun "libro" and indicates "my book." In Spanish, possessive adjectives precede the noun.
Complete the sentence: "Ellos venden _____ coche."
su
suya
tu
sus
"Su" is the correct singular possessive adjective for third-person plural owners and a singular noun. "Sus" would be for plural nouns.
Complete the sentence: "Estos son ____ zapatos."
tus
sus
mis
nuestros
"Mis" is the first-person plural possessive adjective that agrees with the plural noun "zapatos." It translates as "my."
Complete the sentence: "Nosotros traemos _____ maletas."
sus
nuestras
nuestros
vuestras
"Nuestras" is the correct first-person plural possessive adjective that matches the feminine plural noun "maletas."
María perdió ____ llaves.
su
tu
sus
mis
"Sus" agrees in number with the plural noun "llaves" and indicates third-person possession.
_____ profesor es muy amable.
Vuestro
Nuestro
Nuestra
Su
"Nuestro" matches the masculine singular noun "profesor" for first-person plural possession.
¿Dónde dejaste ____ cartera, señor?
su
mi
tu
vuestra
In a formal address to "señor," the third-person possessive adjective "su" is correct for a singular noun.
Vosotros traéis ____ cuadernos.
vuestras
nuestros
sus
vuestros
For the second-person plural (vosotros) and a masculine plural noun, use "vuestros."
Mi hermana y yo vimos ____ película juntas.
sus
nuestras
nuestro
nuestra
For first-person plural and a feminine singular noun, the possessive adjective is "nuestra."
Nuestra amiga y su hermano venden ____ plantas cada primavera.
nuestras
nuestros
sus
vuestras
"Sus" is used for third-person plural owners and a feminine plural noun like "plantas."
Siempre cuida ____ salud con ejercicio y dieta.
tu
sus
su
suya
"Su" agrees with the singular noun "salud" for third-person possession.
Cada uno tiene ____ opinión sobre el tema.
su
sus
vuestra
tu
"Su" is correct for a singular noun "opinión" and third-person indefinite subject "cada uno."
Which phrase correctly expresses "their own car" using a possessive adjective?
su coche propio
coche propio de ellos
el propio coche
su propio coche
The correct order is "su propio coche," placing the adjective "propio" after the possessive adjective "su."
Identify the correct correction: "Nuestra amigos vienen mañana."
Nuestras amigo viene mañana
Nuestras amigos vienen mañana
Nuestro amigos vienen mañana
Nuestros amigos vienen mañana
"Amigos" is masculine plural, so the possessive adjective must be "nuestros."
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Study Outcomes

  1. Identify appropriate possessive adjectives -

    Recognize and select the correct Spanish possessive adjectives (mi, tu, su, nuestro, vuestro) based on the subject and noun in each sentence.

  2. Distinguish singular and plural forms -

    Differentiate between singular and plural possessive adjective forms to ensure proper agreement in gender and number with the associated noun.

  3. Apply possessive adjectives in real-life contexts -

    Use Spanish possessive adjectives accurately within everyday scenarios and varied sentence structures to convey ownership and relationships.

  4. Translate English phrases into Spanish -

    Convert English sentences into Spanish while correctly rendering possessive relationships using the appropriate adjectives in context.

  5. Boost confidence in Spanish possessive adjective usage -

    Reinforce your grasp of possessive adjective practice Spanish-style with our interactive possessive adjectives Spanish quiz, gaining fluency and self-assurance.

Cheat Sheet

  1. Gender and Number Agreement -

    In Spanish, every possessive adjective must match the gender and number of the noun it modifies: for example, "mi libro" vs. "mis libros" and "nuestra casa" vs. "nuestros coches." This rule, endorsed by the Real Academia Española, helps learners form correct phrases like "tus amigos" instead of "tu amigos." Practice in your possessive adjectives Spanish practice quiz by converting singular examples into plurals to reinforce agreement.

  2. Short-Form Positioning -

    Unlike English, Spanish possessive adjectives (mi, tu, su, nuestro) always precede the noun: say "mis apuntes" not "apuntes mis." This consistent placement simplifies memorization and is supported by university-level grammar guides such as those from The University of Texas at Austin. Try turning sentences around in your possessive adjectives Spanish quiz to build automatic recall.

  3. Stressed vs. Unstressed Forms -

    Spanish also has long (stressed) forms - mío, tuyo, suyo - used for emphasis or standalone possession (e.g., "Es mío"). To remember these, use the mnemonic "Mío, Tuyo, Suyo: My Two Suey," which ties stressed forms to their English equivalents in a playful way. Incorporating both short and long forms in your practice helps you master contexts ranging from simple descriptions to emphatic statements.

  4. Resolving "su" Ambiguity -

    The adjective "su" can mean his, her, your, or their, so it often needs clarification. Academic resources like Cervantes Institute recommend adding "de + pronoun" (e.g., "su libro de ella" or "sus llaves de ellos") to specify ownership. Including these clarifications in your possessive adjectives Spanish practice ensures clear, unambiguous communication.

  5. Contextual Usage and Real-Life Scenarios -

    Embed possessive adjectives in daily dialogues - talk about "mi familia," "tu trabajo," or "nuestros proyectos" to solidify learning. Research from language acquisition journals suggests that using flashcards and role-play in real contexts boosts retention by over 30%. Challenge yourself with varied sentences in your possessive adjectives in Spanish quiz to reinforce both form and function.

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