Jones Adjective/ Adverb Practice

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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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CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.1.1F

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Give an example of an adjective in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'The tall building stood out in the skyline,' the word 'tall' is an adjective describing the noun 'building.'

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CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.1.1F

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What is an adverb?

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An adverb is a word that modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb, often ending in '-ly' and describing how, when, where, or to what extent an action is performed.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

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Identify the adverb in the sentence: 'She quickly finished her homework.'

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The adverb is 'quickly,' which describes how she finished her homework.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

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What is the role of adjectives in a sentence?

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

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CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.1.1F

CCSS.L.K.5B

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What is the role of adverbs in a sentence?

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Adverbs provide details about verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, explaining how, when, where, or to what degree something happens.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

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How do you identify an adjective in a sentence?

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Look for words that describe nouns or pronouns, often answering questions like 'What kind?', 'Which one?', or 'How many?'.

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CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.1.1F

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How do you identify an adverb in a sentence?

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Look for words that modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, often answering questions like 'How?', 'When?', 'Where?', or 'To what extent?'.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

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What is a compound adjective?

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A compound adjective is formed when two or more adjectives are combined to modify the same noun, often hyphenated (e.g., 'well-known author').

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CCSS.L.11-12.2A

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What is a comparative adjective?

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A comparative adjective compares two nouns, often ending in '-er' or using 'more' (e.g., 'taller' or 'more beautiful').

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CCSS.L.3.1G