Adjectives

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What is an adjective?

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An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun, providing more information about it.

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Give an example of an adjective in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'The tall building is impressive,' the word 'tall' is an adjective describing the noun 'building.'

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What is the function of adjectives in a sentence?

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Adjectives function to provide more detail about nouns, helping to create a clearer picture in the reader's mind.

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Identify the adjective in the following sentence: 'The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.'

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quick, brown, lazy

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What is a comparative adjective?

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A comparative adjective is used to compare two nouns, often ending in '-er' or using 'more' before the adjective.

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Provide an example of a sentence using a comparative adjective.

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'She is taller than her brother.'

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What is a superlative adjective?

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A superlative adjective is used to compare three or more nouns, often ending in '-est' or using 'most' before the adjective.

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Provide an example of a sentence using a superlative adjective.

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'He is the fastest runner in the class.'

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What is the difference between descriptive and limiting adjectives?

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Descriptive adjectives provide information about a noun's qualities, while limiting adjectives restrict or specify the noun's meaning.

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Identify the limiting adjective in the sentence: 'Several students passed the exam.'

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Several