Adjectives

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What is an adjective?

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An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun, providing more information about it.

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Give an example of an adjective in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'The tall building is impressive,' the word 'tall' is the adjective describing the noun 'building.'

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What is the role of adjectives in a sentence?

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Adjectives add detail and description to nouns, helping to create a clearer picture in the reader's mind.

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Identify the adjective in this sentence: 'The fluffy cat slept on the couch.'

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The adjective is 'fluffy.'

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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' before the adjective.

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Provide an example of a comparative adjective.

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The word 'taller' in the sentence 'She is taller than her brother' is a comparative adjective.

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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' before the adjective.

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Give an example of a superlative adjective.

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The word 'fastest' in the sentence 'He is the fastest runner in the race' is a superlative adjective.

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Identify the adjective in this sentence: 'The red apple is juicy.'

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The adjective is 'red.'

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What is the difference between descriptive and limiting adjectives?

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Descriptive adjectives describe qualities of a noun, while limiting adjectives restrict or specify a noun.