Adjectives Practice Flashcard

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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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What is the purpose of adjectives in a sentence?

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Adjectives enhance sentences by adding detail and helping to convey specific meanings.

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What is the difference between positive and negative adjectives?

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Positive adjectives describe favorable qualities (e.g., beautiful), while negative adjectives describe unfavorable qualities (e.g., awful).

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Give an example of a positive adjective.

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Example: 'happy' is a positive adjective.

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Give an example of a negative adjective.

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Example: 'terrible' is a negative adjective.

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What is a comparative adjective?

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

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What is a superlative adjective?

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A superlative adjective compares three or more things, often ending in '-est' or using 'most' (e.g., tallest, most beautiful).

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Fill in the blank: The weather is __________ today. (6 letters)

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Answer: sunny.

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What is the role of adjectives in descriptive writing?

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Adjectives help create vivid imagery and enhance the reader's experience by providing detailed descriptions.

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Identify the adjective in the sentence: 'The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.'

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Adjectives: 'quick', 'brown', 'lazy'.