Mind the Gap “___”

Practice El Imperfecto

With our fill-in-the-blanks activity today, you’ll travel back in time to explore the origins of the name of the magnificent Alhambra while practicing el imperfecto. As you read, think about how the imperfect describes background information, repeated actions and situations in the past.

A2  El nombre de La Alhambra

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La Palabra curiosa

“azulejo”

Do you know what azulejo means?

Azulejo is a key word in Spanish because it brings together architecture, history and culture. In Spain, azulejos have their roots in the tradition of Al-Ándalus and decorate patios, palaces and façades. In Latin America, this element arrived during the colonial period and adapted to local styles and contexts, especially in haciendas and churches.

Me encantan los azulejos de tu cocina, le dan mucho carácter y un toque muy español.
I love the tiles in your kitchen, they give it a lot of character and a very Spanish feel.

Read along with us

 Bilingual text with audio

Read along with us and discover the world of the haciendas mexicanas, spaces where history, architecture and daily life came together. They played a key role in shaping rural life, work and social relationships in Mexico and across much of Latin America.

B1  El esplendor de las haciendas mexicanas

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 2025 Leaderboard Top 3

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This week’s theme is Home.

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