Transforming Adjectives: Comparative and Superlative Forms

This video tutorial covers the use of comparative and superlative adjectives. It begins with an introduction to adjectives and their categories, such as one-syllable, adjectives ending in 'y', multi-syllable, and irregular adjectives. The tutorial explains how to form comparative adjectives by adding 'er' or 'more', and superlative adjectives by adding 'est' or 'most'. Examples are provided to illustrate these concepts, along with tips on making stronger comparisons using 'much' and 'a lot'. The video concludes with practice exercises and encourages viewers to subscribe for more lessons.

What is the primary function of adjectives?

• To describe nouns

• To replace nouns

• To indicate action

• To connect sentences

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

• Add 'er'

• Add 'more'

• Add 'iest'

• Add 'est'

What change is made to adjectives ending in 'y' when forming comparatives?

• Remove 'y'

• Add 'y'

• Change 'y' to 'ier'

• Change 'y' to 'ies'

Which word is added to form the comparative for adjectives with two or more syllables?

• Best

• More

• Less

• Most

How is the superlative form of a one-syllable adjective formed?

• Add 'iest'

• Add 'est'

• Add 'more'

• Add 'er'

What is the superlative form of 'good'?

• Best

• Gooder

• Better

• Goodest

What is used to emphasize a comparative adjective?

• Very

• Much

• Most

• The

Which adjective form is used when comparing two things?

• Negative

• Superlative

• Comparative

• Positive

Which example shows the use of a superlative adjective?

• Paul is taller than Mike

• Steve is stronger than Tom

• Tom is older than Paul

• Mexico City is the biggest city

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