6 Questions
The Amazon River is _______ than any other river in South America.
Longest
John's phone is _______ than mine.
Cheaper
Winter is _______ than summer.
Colder
The Great Barrier Reef is _______ than any other reef in the world.
Largest
She sings _______ than her brother.
Beautifully
Kilimanjaro is _______ than any other mountain in Africa.
Higher
Study Notes
Comparative and Superlative Forms
- When comparing two things, use the comparative form (e.g., "longer", "hotter", "more difficult") to describe which one has a greater or lesser degree of a particular quality.
Examples of Comparative Forms
- The Nile River is longer than any other river in Africa.
- Lisa's laptop is cheaper than mine.
- Summer is hotter than winter.
- She sings more beautifully than her sister.
Examples of Superlative Forms
- The Great Wall of China is the tallest wall in the world.
- Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world.
Comparative Forms in Specific Contexts
- To describe proximity, use the comparative form (e.g., "closer") to compare distances.
- My apartment is closer to the city center than yours.
- To describe difficulty, use the comparative form (e.g., "more difficult") to compare levels of difficulty.
- This test is more difficult than the last one.
- To describe efficiency, use the comparative form (e.g., "more efficient") to compare levels of efficiency.
- The new model of the car is more efficient than the old one.
Practice forming comparative and superlative forms of adjectives in this grammar quiz. Test your understanding of English language rules.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
