Order of Adjectives in Sentences
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Questions and Answers

Which type of adjectives describe the color of a noun?

  • Skinny, long
  • Difficult, poor
  • Orange, blackish (correct)
  • Square, round
  • What type of adjectives describe the state or appearance of a noun?

  • Clean, blue
  • 16 pounds, 13 yards
  • Young, ancient
  • Poor, hungry (correct)
  • Which type of adjectives describe the purpose of a noun?

  • 'Rubber', 'wooden'
  • 'Delicious', 'long'
  • 'American', 'European'
  • 'Measuring', 'hiking' (correct)
  • What type of adjectives answer 'what is it made of?'

    <p>'Rubber', 'wooden'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of adjectives tell the physical location a noun comes from?

    <p>'American', 'European'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Ordering Adjectives

    • Following a specific sequence of adjectives helps a sentence make sense.
    • The correct order of adjectives is: Number, Opinion, Size.

    Number Adjectives

    • Describe the number or quantity of the noun.
    • Include specific numbers or general descriptions of quantity (e.g., "a", "an", "the", "4", "100", "few", "many").

    Opinion Adjectives

    • Express feelings or opinions about the noun.
    • Examples: "awesome", "delicious", "nasty", "gorgeous".

    Size Adjectives

    • Describe the general size of the noun.
    • Examples: "enormous", "huge" (used to describe something large, like Godzilla).

    Importance of Correct Adjective Order

    • Incorrect adjective order can make a sentence sound awkward or nonsensical.
    • Correct adjective order helps convey meaning and clarity in writing and speech.

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    Learn about the specific sequence for arranging adjectives in sentences to ensure your writing makes sense. Just like following steps to make a sandwich, understanding the order of adjectives is crucial for clear communication.

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