Adverbs, Comparatives, and Superlatives

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What is an adverb?

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An adverb is a word that describes how, when, where, or to what extent an action is done.

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Give an example of an adverb that tells how something is done.

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Quickly is an adverb that tells how something is done.

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What are comparatives?

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Comparatives are words used to compare two things, often ending in '-er' or using 'more'.

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Give an example of a comparative adjective.

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Taller is a comparative adjective, as in 'She is taller than her brother.'

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What are superlatives?

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Superlatives are words used to compare three or more things, often ending in '-est' or using 'most'.

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Give an example of a superlative adjective.

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Tallest is a superlative adjective, as in 'She is the tallest in her class.'

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How do you form the comparative of 'fast'?

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The comparative of 'fast' is 'faster'.

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How do you form the superlative of 'fast'?

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The superlative of 'fast' is 'fastest'.

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What is the correct comparative form of 'hard'?

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The correct comparative form of 'hard' is 'harder'.

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What is the correct superlative form of 'good'?

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The correct superlative form of 'good' is 'best'.