Coordinate and Cumulative Adjectives Test

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What is an adjective?

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A word that describes a noun or pronoun.

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What are cumulative adjectives?

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Adjectives that work together to modify a noun in a specific order and cannot be separated by a comma.

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What are coordinate adjectives?

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Adjectives that modify a noun equally and can be separated by a comma.

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Example of cumulative adjectives in a sentence.

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The tall old man walked slowly.

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Example of coordinate adjectives in a sentence.

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The big, fluffy dog barked loudly.

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How can you identify coordinate adjectives?

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If you can place 'and' between them or switch their order without changing the meaning, they are coordinate.

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What is the role of adjectives in a sentence?

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Adjectives provide more information about nouns or pronouns, enhancing the description.

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Can adjectives be used in pairs?

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Yes, adjectives can be used in pairs, either as cumulative or coordinate.

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What is an example of a sentence with cumulative adjectives?

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She wore a beautiful long dress.

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What is an example of a sentence with coordinate adjectives?

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It was a bright, sunny day.