Superlatives

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What is a superlative?

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A superlative is a form of an adjective or adverb that expresses the highest degree of a quality, often used to compare three or more things.

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What is the superlative form of 'small'?

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The smallest.

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What is the superlative form of 'old'?

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The oldest.

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What is the superlative form of 'young'?

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The youngest.

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What is the superlative form of 'big'?

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The biggest.

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How do you form the superlative for one-syllable adjectives?

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Add '-est' to the end of the adjective (e.g., tall -> tallest).

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How do you form the superlative for adjectives with two or more syllables?

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Use 'most' before the adjective (e.g., beautiful -> the most beautiful).

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Complete the sentence: 'This is the _______ mountain in the world.'

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highest.

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Complete the sentence: 'She is the _______ student in the class.'

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smartest.

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Complete the sentence: 'He is the _______ runner on the team.'

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fastest.