English Grammar: Comparative and Superlative Adjectives
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What is the correct way to form the comparative adjective of 'big'?

  • Adding '-er' to 'big' (correct)
  • Adding 'more' to 'big'
  • Changing the meaning of 'big'
  • Adding '-est' to 'big'
  • Which of the following adjectives has an irregular comparative and superlative form?

  • Long
  • Good (correct)
  • Fast
  • Happy
  • What is the purpose of using a comparative adjective in a sentence?

  • To show the highest or lowest degree of something
  • To show a difference between two things (correct)
  • To compare three or more things
  • To describe a single thing
  • What is the superlative form of the adjective 'beautiful'?

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

    Which of the following sentences uses a comparative adjective correctly?

    <p>This cake is sweeter than the one we had yesterday.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between comparative and superlative adjectives?

    <p>Comparative adjectives compare two things, while superlative adjectives compare three or more things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common mistake when using comparative and superlative adjectives?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct way to form the superlative adjective of 'old'?

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

    Which of the following sentences uses a superlative adjective correctly?

    <p>This cake is the most delicious I've ever had.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using 'more' or 'most' with adjectives that don't follow the -er/-est pattern?

    <p>To form the comparative and superlative forms of the adjective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Formations

    • Comparative adjectives:
      • Formed by adding -er to the adjective (e.g., big → bigger)
      • Formed by using "more" before the adjective (e.g., beautiful → more beautiful)
    • Superlative adjectives:
      • Formed by adding -est to the adjective (e.g., big → biggest)
      • Formed by using "most" before the adjective (e.g., beautiful → most beautiful)

    Irregular Forms

    • Some adjectives have irregular comparative and superlative forms:
      • good → better → best
      • far → farther → farthest
      • old → older → oldest
      • many/much → more → most

    Usage in Sentences

    • Comparative adjectives:
      • Used to compare two things (e.g., "She is taller than her sister.")
      • Used to show a difference between two things (e.g., "This cake is sweeter than the one we had yesterday.")
    • Superlative adjectives:
      • Used to compare three or more things (e.g., "She is the tallest in the class.")
      • Used to show the highest or lowest degree of something (e.g., "This is the most delicious cake I've ever had.")

    Comparative vs Superlative

    • Comparative adjectives compare two things
    • Superlative adjectives compare three or more things
    • Comparative adjectives are used to show a difference between two things, while superlative adjectives are used to show the highest or lowest degree of something

    Common Mistakes

    • Using the comparative form instead of the superlative form (e.g., "She is the bigger of the two.")
    • Using the superlative form instead of the comparative form (e.g., "This cake is the most delicious of the two we had yesterday.")
    • Forgetting to use "more" or "most" with adjectives that don't follow the -er/-est pattern (e.g., "This cake is more sweeter than the one we had yesterday.")

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    Test your knowledge of comparative and superlative adjectives, including their formation, usage, and common mistakes. Learn how to compare two or more things using the correct forms of adjectives.

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