Comparative Exercises PDF

1. Among the three novels I've read this month, Jane Austen's work is _____. a) more engaging b) the most engaging c) engagingest d) most engaging 2. Despite years of training, Sarah still runs _____ than her naturally athletic sister. a) slow b) slower c) more slowly d) slowest 3. After exten...

1. Among the three novels I've read this month, Jane Austen's work is _____. a) more engaging b) the most engaging c) engagingest d) most engaging 2. Despite years of training, Sarah still runs _____ than her naturally athletic sister. a) slow b) slower c) more slowly d) slowest 3. After extensive renovations, the hotel's service has become _____ than before. a) good b) better c) more good d) best 4. In this rapidly growing city, the Apex Tower remains _____ structure, surpassing all new constructions. a) a taller b) the taller c) the tallest d) a tallest 5. Having lived abroad for a year, John now speaks French _____ than he did before his trip. a) fluently b) more fluently c) fluentlier d) most fluently 6. Among all the disastrous events in the company's history, last year's data breach was _____. a) worse b) worst c) the worse d) the worst 7. After trying various methods, we found that immersion is _____ way to master a new language quickly. a) a better b) the better c) a best d) the best 8. Although still pricey, the refurbished laptop is _____ expensive than buying a brand new model. a) little b) less c) lesser d) least 9. Despite her intense preparation, Emma performed _____ in the final round than in the preliminaries. a) badly b) worse c) worst d) more badly 10. In this highly competitive class, Akira consistently proves to be _____ student, always scoring top marks. a) more intelligent b) the more intelligent c) most intelligent d) the most intelligent 11. The solution to the city's traffic problem is actually _____ complicated than the mayor's proposal suggests.  a) less b) lesser c) little d) least 12. In an unexpected turn of events, the underdog team finished the race _____ than all the favored competitors. a) early b) earlier c) more early d) earliest 13. Climate scientists warn that global temperatures are _____ at an alarming rate. a) increasing and increasing b) more and more increasing c) increasing more and more d) increasingly increasing 14. After extensive testing, this algorithm has proven to be _____ efficient method for sorting large datasets. a) more b) the more c) most d) the most 15. To avoid disturbing others, please speak _____ quietly when using your phone in the library. a) more b) most c) much d) very 16. Many students found the final exam to be _____ challenging test they had ever encountered in their academic careers. a) a more b) the more c) a most d) the most 17. Despite the team's best efforts, the project is progressing _____ than initially projected in the timeline. a) slow b) slower c) more slowly d) most slowly 18. On this holiday weekend, the beach is _____ crowded I've ever seen it in my 20 years living here. a) more b) the more c) most d) the most 19. As the deadline approaches, our team is becoming _____ focused on completing the project on time. a) more and more b) most and most c) the more and more d) the most and most 20. _____ you delve into the subject, _____ fascinating nuances you'll discover in this field of study. a) The deeper / the more b) Deeper / more c) The more deep / the more d) More deeply / most 21. After years of research, our lab has developed what we believe to be _____ effective treatment for this rare disease. a) more b) the more c) most d) the most 22. In the final round of the competition, Lisa performed _____ than all her previous attempts, securing the gold medal. a) well b) better c) more well d) best 23. Despite government interventions, the housing market in the city is becoming _____ affordable for middle-income families. a) little b) less c) lesser d) least 24. This groundbreaking discovery is perhaps _____ significant achievement in the field of quantum physics this decade. a) more b) the more c) most d) the most 25. The new hybrid engine runs _____ efficiently than its predecessors, consuming 30% less fuel. a) much b) more c) most d) very 26. Among all the lectures in this series, yesterday's presentation on climate change was _____ engaging, sparking intense debate. a) more b) the more c) most d) the most 27. The latest version of the software is _____ user-friendly, with a completely redesigned interface and improved functionality. a) far more b) much more c) more far d) the most 28. In this prestigious conservatory, Yuki is widely regarded as _____ talented violinist they have seen in a generation. a) more b) the more c) most d) the most 29. The advanced course proved to be _____ challenging than the intermediate one, contrary to most students' expectations. a) few b) fewer c) less d) least 30. In his final marathon, the veteran athlete ran _____ than in any of his previous races, setting a new personal record. a) fast b) faster c) more fast d) fastest 31. _____ we ascended the mountain, _____ the air became, making breathing increasingly difficult. a) Higher / thinner b) The higher / the thinner c) More high / more thin d) The more high / the more thin 32. This limited edition watch is _____ expensive item in the entire luxury goods collection. a) more b) the more c) most d) the most 33. To effectively communicate with the local tribe, the anthropologist had to learn to speak _____ softly than she was accustomed to. a) more b) most c) much d) very 34. Surprisingly, the economy is recovering _____ than economists had predicted following the global financial crisis. a) quick b) quicker c) more quickly d) most quickly 35. After the recent expansion, the suburban train now stops _____ to the city center than ever before. a) near b) nearer c) more near d) nearest 36. Given his unique combination of skills and experience, Jake is _____ qualified for the position than any other applicant. a) good b) better c) well d) best 37. With each passing year, the effects of climate change are becoming _____ evident in our daily lives. a) more and more b) most and most c) the more and more d) increasing more 38. The recently discovered exoplanet is _____ Earth-like world astronomers have found to date, raising hopes for extraterrestrial life. a) more b) the more c) most d) the most 39. In the final performance, the lead dancer moved _____ gracefully than ever, leaving the audience in awe. a) more b) most c) much d) very 40. _____ you practice mindfulness, _____ you'll become at managing stress in your daily life. a) The more / the good b) More / better c) The more / the better d) Most / best 41. Contrary to popular belief, the documentary presented a narrative that was _____ biased than many had anticipated. a) little b) less c) lesser d) least 42. Due to unexpected delays, the rescue team arrived at the scene _____ than they had hoped, but still in time to help. a) late b) later c) more late d) latest 43. The new environmental policy has proven to be _____ effective in reducing carbon emissions than its predecessor. a) significantly more b) much more c) more significantly d) the most 44. This fusion restaurant offers what many food critics consider to be _____ innovative cuisine in the city's vibrant culinary scene. a) more b) the more c) most d) the most 45. After months of vocal training, Sarah now sings _____ confidently in public than she ever has before. a) more b) most c) much d) very 46. _____ diverse a team is in terms of backgrounds and perspectives, _____ creative solutions they tend to generate. a) The more / the more b) More / better c) The more / better d) Most / best 47. During peak tourist season, this hidden beach becomes _____ crowded spot along the entire coastline. a) more b) the more c) most d) the most 48. As the AI system processes more data, it's becoming _____ accurate in its predictions and decision-making capabilities. a) increasingly more b) more and more c) the more and more d) most and most 49. The latest model of the electric car runs _____ than its gas-powered counterpart, with zero direct emissions. a) clean b) cleaner c) more cleanly d) most cleanly 50. Among all the challenges faced during the space mission, the unexpected equipment failure proved to be _____ difficult to overcome. a) more b) the more c) most d) the most Answers: 1. b 2. c 3. b 4. c 5. b 6. d 7. d 8. b 9. b 10. d 11. a 12. b 13. c 14. d 15. a 16. d 17. c 18. d 19. a 20. a 21. d 22. b 23. b 24. d 25. b 26. d 27. b 28. d 29. c 30. b 31. b 32. d 33. a 34. c 35. b 36. b 37. a 38. d 39. a 40. c 41. b 42. b 43. b 44. d 45. a 46. a 47. d 48. b 49. c 50. d