Comparative and Superlative Forms
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What is the purpose of the superlative form in English grammar?

To compare one thing to all others in a group.

Which adjectives have irregular superlative forms that must be memorized?

Good, Far, and Old.

What suffix is typically added to the end of an adjective to form its comparative form?

-er or more.

What is the purpose of the comparative form in English grammar?

<p>To compare two things.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do you form the superlative form of an adjective using 'most'?

<p>Place 'most' before the adjective.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct form of the comparative of 'good'?

<p>better</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a comparative form?

<p>more beautiful</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct form of the superlative of 'tall'?

<p>tallest</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct form of the comparative of 'far'?

<p>farther</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a superlative form?

<p>most interesting</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Comparative Superlative

Superlative Forms

  • Used to compare one thing to all others in a group
  • Typically formed using the suffix -est or most with the adjective
  • Examples:
    • The biggest house on the street
    • The most beautiful view in the city

Irregular Forms

  • Some adjectives have irregular superlative forms
  • These forms must be memorized
  • Examples:
    • Good -> Best
    • Far -> Farthest
    • Old -> Oldest

Comparative Forms

  • Used to compare two things
  • Typically formed using the suffix -er or more with the adjective
  • Examples:
    • This cake is sweeter than the one we had yesterday
    • She is more intelligent than her brother

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Learn about the comparative and superlative forms of adjectives, including regular and irregular forms, with examples and explanations.

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