Comparative and Superlative Adjectives Explained

This video tutorial by Kerry is the first in a two-part series on adjectives. It covers the three forms of adjectives: positive, comparative, and superlative. The video explains how to form these degrees using specific rules, such as adding 'er' and 'est' for one-syllable adjectives and using 'more' and 'most' for adjectives with more syllables. Examples are provided to illustrate each rule. The tutorial concludes with a recap of the rules and encourages viewers to explore more videos.

What is the normal form of an adjective called?

• Comparative degree

• None of the above

• Superlative degree

• Positive degree

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Which adjective form compares three or more items?

• Positive

• Comparative

• None

• Superlative

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How do you form the comparative for a one-syllable adjective?

• Add 'est'

• Add 'er'

• Use 'more'

• Use 'most'

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What is the superlative form of 'small'?

• Smaller

• Smallest

• Most small

• More small

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For a two-syllable adjective that sounds awkward with 'er' and 'est', what should you use?

• Use 'less' and 'least'

• Use 'more' and 'most'

• Add 'er' and 'est'

• No change needed

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What is the comparative form of 'lazy'?

• Most lazy

• More lazy

• Lazyer

• Lazier

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Which rule applies to adjectives like 'handsome'?

• Rule 3

• Rule 2

• Rule 4

• Rule 1

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What is the superlative form of 'active'?

• Least active

• Activeest

• Activest

• Most active

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How is the superlative of a three-syllable adjective formed?

• Add 'est'

• Use 'more'

• Use 'most'

• Both 'more' and 'most'

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What is the correct form for the comparative of 'hard-working'?

• Harder-working

• More hard-working

• Hardest-working

• Most hard-working

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