A Level Spanish Practice Exam

Disable ads (and more) with a membership for a one time $2.99 payment

Enhance your Spanish skills with our A Level Spanish Exam quizzes. Featuring flashcards and multiple-choice questions, each with hints and explanations. Prepare thoroughly and boost your confidence for exam day!

Each practice test/flash card set has 50 randomly selected questions from a bank of over 500. You'll get a new set of questions each time!

Practice this question and more.

Which verb is used to express the action 'to happen'?

Ocurrir
Parecer
Pedir
Patrocinar

The correct answer is: Ocurrir

The verb "ocurrir" is used to express the action 'to happen' in Spanish. This verb directly translates to 'to occur' or 'to happen,' signifying the unfolding of events or situations. It is often employed in contexts where something takes place unexpectedly or within a narrative to indicate a development or occurrence. The other verbs listed do not convey the same meaning. "Parecer" means 'to seem' or 'to appear,' indicating perception or appearance rather than the occurrence of an event. "Pedir" translates to 'to ask for' or 'to request,' focusing on demand rather than manifestation. "Patrocinar" means 'to sponsor,' involved with providing support or funding, which is unrelated to the concept of something simply happening. Therefore, "ocurrir" is the most appropriate choice for expressing the action of something happening.