Adjectives: 5th Grade

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What is an adjective?

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An adjective is a word that describes a noun, giving more information about it.

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What does the adjective 'largest' indicate in a sentence?

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It indicates comparison, showing that something is bigger than others.

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What does the adjective 'brilliant' describe in a sentence?

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It describes the quality of the noun, indicating that the class is very smart.

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What does the adjective 'three' tell us about the noun it describes?

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It indicates how many of the noun there are.

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What does the adjective 'soft' describe in a sentence?

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It describes the quality or texture of the noun, indicating that the pillow is gentle to touch.

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What does the adjective 'German' indicate in a sentence?

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It indicates the origin of the noun, showing that the toys are from Germany.

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What is the purpose of adjectives in a sentence?

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Adjectives provide more detail about nouns, helping to create a clearer picture.

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Can adjectives compare nouns? Give an example.

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Yes, adjectives can compare nouns. For example, 'taller' compares the height of two people.

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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'.

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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'.