Question

complete the dialogue with the correct word.
—raquel, ¿quién es ella?
—ella es la madre ______ tío de javier.

• del
• de la
• de los
• de las

Explanation:

In Spanish, "del" is the contraction of "de el". The noun "tío" is masculine singular, so we use the masculine singular definite article "el" before it. Combining "de" (to show possession/relationship) and "el" gives "del", which correctly means "of the (masc. sing.)" to complete the phrase "the mother of Javier's uncle".

Answer:

A. del