Irregular Comparatives and Superlatives Explained

In this lesson, Lulu Shaw from the Learning Depot explains irregular comparatives and superlatives. While most adjectives and adverbs form comparatives and superlatives by adding 'er' or 'est', or using 'more' or 'most', some modifiers are irregular. Examples include 'bad' to 'worse' and 'worst', 'good' to 'better' and 'best', and 'far' to 'further' and 'furthest'. The lesson covers various irregular modifiers, emphasizing the importance of memorizing these exceptions. Students are encouraged to review the video and ask questions if needed.

What is the comparative form of 'bad'?

• badder

• more bad

• worse

• baddest

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CCSS.L.3.1G

What is the superlative form of 'ill'?

• most ill

• illest

• iller

• worst

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CCSS.L.3.1G

Which word follows the regular pattern by adding 'er' to form its comparative?

• good

• far

• well

• less

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CCSS.L.3.1G

What is the superlative form of 'little' when referring to amount?

• littlest

• least

• lesser

• smallest

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CCSS.L.3.1G

How is the comparative of 'far' formed when referring to extent or degree?

• farrest

• farther

• further

• more far

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CCSS.L.3.1G

What is the correct superlative form of 'many'?

• manyest

• most

• more

• maniest

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CCSS.L.3.1G

Which comparative form is used for 'old' when referring specifically to people?

• oldest

• eldest

• elder

• older

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CCSS.L.3.1G

What is the superlative form of 'much'?

• muchest

• much more

• most

• more

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CCSS.L.3.1G

Which word changes its comparative form based on context of use?

• less

• far

• late

• good

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CCSS.L.3.1G

What should one do if unsure about the irregular forms of modifiers?

• Check a reliable source

• Guess the form

• Use regular forms

• Ignore it

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CCSS.L.3.1G