Jellies Weekly Test

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What is a comparative adjective?

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A comparative adjective is a word that compares two things, often ending in '-er' or using 'more' before the adjective.

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Provide an example of a comparative adjective in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'My dog is bigger than my cat,' 'bigger' is the comparative adjective.

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What is a fact?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false based on evidence.

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How can you differentiate between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact can be verified with evidence, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that cannot be proven.

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What is a contraction?

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A contraction is a shortened form of a word or group of words, created by omitting certain letters and replacing them with an apostrophe.

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Give an example of a contraction and its full form.

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'He's' is a contraction for 'he is' or 'he has'.

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What does the term 'slower' indicate in a comparative context?

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'Slower' indicates that one subject has a lesser speed compared to another subject.

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What is the purpose of using comparative adjectives in writing?

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Comparative adjectives help to clarify differences between two or more subjects, enhancing descriptive language.

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What is the meaning of the word 'simple' in the context of describing actions?

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'Simple' means easy to understand or do; not complicated.

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How do you form the comparative of adjectives that have two or more syllables?

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For adjectives with two or more syllables, use 'more' before the adjective (e.g., 'more beautiful').