4.5 Language Structures

• Verbs with separable and inseparable prefixes
• Temporal prepositions with the accusative and dative
• Attributive adjectives in the accusative and dative
• The question form Was für ein_?
• The present perfect tense (regular forms)

• elaborate rules that govern specific grammar structures in communication
• utilize correct grammar structures in communication
• recognize the role of correct grammar structures in communication
• recognize the role grammar plays in cultural understanding for effective communication

“Why is grammar important in communication?”

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1. Verbs with separable and inseparable prefixes
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   Tell separable verbs apart from inseparable verbs.
2. Separable verbs in the sentence
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   Separate the prefix and send it to the end.
3. Inseparable verbs
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   Keep the prefix attached and use the participle without ge-.
4. Temporal prepositions
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   Use am, im, um, vor, nach and für with the right case.
5. Attributive adjectives in the accusative
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   Decline attributive adjectives in the accusative case.
6. Attributive adjectives in the dative
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   Decline attributive adjectives in the dative case.
7. The question form Was für ein_?
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   Ask what kind of thing something is and answer with an adjective.
8. The present perfect with regular verbs
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   Talk about the past with haben and the participle.