Coordinating Adjectives

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What are coordinating adjectives?

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Coordinating adjectives are two or more adjectives that modify the same noun and are separated by a comma. They can be joined by 'and' without changing the meaning.

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When should a comma be used with coordinating adjectives?

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A comma should be used between coordinating adjectives when they equally describe a noun and can be joined by 'and'.

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What is an example of coordinating adjectives in a sentence?

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In the sentence 'The tall, dark man entered the room,' 'tall' and 'dark' are coordinating adjectives.

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What is the rule for non-coordinating adjectives?

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Non-coordinating adjectives do not require a comma between them. They describe the noun in a specific order.

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Identify the coordinating adjectives: 'The bright, sunny day was perfect for a picnic.'

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The coordinating adjectives are 'bright' and 'sunny'.

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What part of speech do adjectives modify?

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Adjectives modify nouns.

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How can you tell if adjectives are coordinating?

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If you can insert 'and' between the adjectives and the sentence still makes sense, they are coordinating.

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What is an example of non-coordinating adjectives?

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In the phrase 'the red sports car,' 'red' describes the type of car, and 'sports' specifies the kind, so no comma is needed.

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What is the function of an adjective in a sentence?

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The function of an adjective is to describe or modify a noun, providing more detail.

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Can adjectives be used in pairs?

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Yes, adjectives can be used in pairs, and if they are coordinating, they should be separated by a comma.