Mastering Superlative Adjectives in English

The video tutorial explains adjectives, focusing on superlative adjectives used to compare three or more entities. It covers the formation rules based on syllable count, exceptions like irregular adjectives, and common sentence patterns. Examples and practice exercises are provided to reinforce learning.

What is the primary function of adjectives?

• To describe verbs

• To describe nouns

• To describe adverbs

• To describe pronouns

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CCSS.L.3.1A

How do you form a superlative adjective from a one-syllable word?

• Add 'the' and 'est'

• Double the final consonant and add 'est'

• Change 'y' to 'i' and add 'est'

• Add 'the most'

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CCSS.L.3.1G

What modification is made to a two-syllable adjective ending in 'y' to form its superlative?

• No change is needed

• Change 'y' to 'i' and add 'est'

• Add 'the most'

• Add 'the' and 'est'

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CCSS.L.3.1G

What change is made to the adjective 'noisy' to form its superlative?

• Change 'y' to 'i' and add 'est'

• No change is needed

• Add 'the most'

• Add 'the' and 'est'

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CCSS.L.3.1G

Which rule is applied to form the superlative of the adjective 'modern'?

• Add 'the most'

• Double the final consonant and add 'est'

• Change 'y' to 'i' and add 'est'

• Add 'the' and 'est'

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CCSS.L.3.1G

Which adjective forms the superlative 'the best'?

• Well

• Best

• Better

• Good

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CCSS.L.3.1G

Which of the following adjectives does not follow the regular rule for forming superlatives?

• Happy

• Sharp

• Good

• Quick

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CCSS.L.3.1G

What is the common sentence structure for using superlative adjectives in English?

• Object + 'the' + superlative adjective + subject + verb

• Subject + verb + 'the' + superlative adjective + object

• Subject + verb + object + 'the' + superlative adjective

• Verb + 'the' + superlative adjective + subject + object

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CCSS.L.3.1G

Identify the superlative form of 'tall'.

• Taller

• Tallest

• The tallest

• The taller

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CCSS.L.3.1G

Which of the following is a correct example of a superlative adjective in use?

• She is the most smart in the class.

• He runs the fastest of all.

• They are the happiest people.

• This is the more interesting book.

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CCSS.L.3.1G