Spanish Imperfect Tense Quiz: 20 Practice Questions with Explanations

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Ready to test your knowledge of the Spanish imperfect tense? This 20-question quiz will challenge your understanding of:

  • Regular and irregular verb conjugations
  • Key uses (past habits, descriptions, ongoing actions)
  • Differences between imperfect and preterite

Pro Tip: For best results, review our Complete Imperfect Tense Guide first. It covers all the rules, conjugations, and examples you’ll need.

Perfect for all levels – from beginners learning the basics to advanced learners polishing their skills. Get instant feedback and explanations for every answer!

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✍️ Spanish Imperfect Tense Quiz

Test your knowledge with 20 multiple-choice questions. Instant feedback provided!

1. What is the yo form of “hablar” in the imperfect tense?

2. Which sentence uses the imperfect tense correctly?

3. The imperfect is used for:

4. What is the imperfect form of “ser” for “nosotros”?

5. Choose the correct imperfect conjugation of “comer” for “tú”:

6. Which scenario would use the imperfect?

7. What is the imperfect form of “ver” for “ellos”?

8. Which verb is irregular in the imperfect?

9. “Cuando _____ niño, _____ muy tímido.” (ser)

10. What is the correct translation: “We used to live in Madrid”?

11. Which ending is NOT part of the imperfect tense?

12. “Mientras ella _____, yo _____ la cena.” (leer, preparar)

13. What is the imperfect form of “tener” for “vosotros”?

14. Which sentence describes weather in the past?

15. “Ellos _____ al parque cada tarde.” (ir)

16. What is the correct imperfect conjugation of “vivir” for “ella”?

17. Which phrase would NOT use the imperfect?

18. “_____ las tres de la tarde cuando llegaron.”

19. What is the imperfect form of “estar” for “yo”?

20. Which verb is NOT irregular in the imperfect?

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