Advanced Spanish: Grammar & Expression
Move beyond the basics: the subjunctive mood, ser vs. estar, and the register that makes speech sound native.
Profa. Lucía Herrera
Hispanic Linguistics
The Subjunctive Mood
Express doubt, desire, and the unreal.
Ser, Estar & Register
Two verbs for 'to be', and sounding natural.
The Preterite & Imperfect
Two past tenses, two ways of seeing time.
Common questions
Who is "Advanced Spanish: Grammar & Expression" for?
It is written for learners at Undergraduate level (College), and for anyone older who wants a clear refresher on world languages. Move beyond the basics: the subjunctive mood, ser vs. estar, and the register that makes speech sound native. There is no application or entry test — you can start the first lesson straight away.
How long does the course take?
There are 3 lessons totalling 29 minutes of reading and quizzes, laid out over 2 units. You can move at your own pace — progress is saved as you go.
What do I need to know before starting?
No prior coursework is assumed. The course opens with "The Subjunctive Mood", covering doubt & desire and triggers, so the foundations are built in rather than expected.
Is the course free?
Yes. Every course on Monster Class is completely free, with no credit card, trial period or paywall. Creating a free account simply saves your progress, XP and place on the leaderboard across devices.