Comparative superlative

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What is a comparative adjective?

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A comparative adjective is used to compare two things, often formed by adding '-er' to the end of the adjective or using 'more' before it.

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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 formed by adding '-est' to the end of the adjective or using 'most' before it.

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How do you form the comparative of 'soft'?

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The comparative form of 'soft' is 'softer'.

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How do you form the superlative of 'lazy'?

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The superlative form of 'lazy' is 'laziest'.

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What is the comparative form of 'dangerous'?

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The comparative form of 'dangerous' is 'more dangerous'.

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What is the superlative form of 'interesting'?

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The superlative form of 'interesting' is 'most interesting'.

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When do you use 'more' instead of '-er'?

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Use 'more' for adjectives with two or more syllables when forming the comparative.

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When do you use 'most' instead of '-est'?

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Use 'most' for adjectives with two or more syllables when forming the superlative.

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Provide an example of a sentence using a comparative adjective.

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Her voice is softer than her sister's.

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Provide an example of a sentence using a superlative adjective.

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He is the fastest runner in the class.