Adjectives

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What is an adjective?

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A word that describes a noun or pronoun.

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Identify the adjective in this sentence: The tall man bumped his head.

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tall

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Identify the adjective in this sentence: The sleepy boy fell asleep.

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sleepy

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Identify the adjective in this sentence: My little brother doesn't know math.

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little

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Identify the adjective in this sentence: The old dog ran slowly to catch the ball.

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old

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What is the function of an adjective in a sentence?

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To provide more information about a noun or pronoun.

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Give an example of a comparative adjective.

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taller (compared to tall).

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Give an example of a superlative adjective.

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tallest (the most tall).

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What is a proper adjective?

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An adjective that is derived from a proper noun, e.g., American from America.

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Identify the adjective in this sentence: The bright sun shone in the sky.

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bright