Adverbs That Compare

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What is an adverb?

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An adverb is a word that describes or modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb. It often tells how, when, where, or to what extent something happens.

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What does it mean to compare using adverbs?

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Comparing using adverbs means to show the difference in the way actions are performed, often using forms like 'more' or 'less'.

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What is the comparative form of the adverb 'rapidly'?

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The comparative form is 'more rapidly'.

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How do you form the comparative of most adverbs?

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For most adverbs, you form the comparative by adding 'more' before the adverb.

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What is the comparative form of the adverb 'hard'?

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The comparative form is 'harder'.

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When do you use 'more' with an adverb?

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You use 'more' with an adverb when the adverb does not have a specific comparative form.

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What is the comparative form of the adverb 'seriously'?

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The comparative form is 'more seriously'.

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What is the comparative form of the adverb 'abruptly'?

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The comparative form is 'more abruptly'.

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Fill in the blank: She runs _______ than her sister. (fast)

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faster.

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Fill in the blank: He speaks _______ than his friend. (loud)

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louder.