Comparative and Superlative Adjectives Flashcard

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What is a comparative adjective?

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

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What is a superlative adjective?

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

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Give an example of a comparative adjective.

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'Taller' is a comparative adjective comparing height between two people.

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Give an example of a superlative adjective.

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'Tallest' is a superlative adjective comparing height among three or more people.

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What is the correct form: 'more easy' or 'easier'?

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'Easier' is the correct form of the comparative adjective.

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Which is correct: 'shinier' or 'more shinier'?

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'Shinier' is correct; 'more shinier' is incorrect.

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What is the comparative form of 'expensive'?

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'More expensive' is the comparative form of 'expensive'.

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What is the superlative form of 'popular'?

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'Most popular' is the superlative form of 'popular'.

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

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For one-syllable adjectives, add '-er' (e.g., 'fast' becomes 'faster').

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

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For one-syllable adjectives, add '-est' (e.g., 'fast' becomes 'fastest').