Adjectives and Adverbs in English

This video tutorial explains the use of comparative and superlative adjectives and adverbs to enhance storytelling by comparing nouns. It covers the formation of comparative and superlative sentences, rules for one-syllable and two-syllable adjectives, and the treatment of adverbs and irregular adjectives. The tutorial also provides a free PDF with notes and a quiz for practice, and encourages viewers to connect on social media for more resources.

What is the main purpose of using adjectives and adverbs in storytelling?

• To add detail and context

• To shorten the story

• To remove ambiguity

• To confuse the reader

Which of the following is a correct example of a comparative adjective?

• The smallest

• Faster

• The slowest

• The fastest

What is the correct structure for forming a comparative sentence?

• Subject + verb + than + adjective + object

• Subject + verb + the + adjective + object

• Subject + verb + adjective + than + object

• Subject + verb + adjective + object

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

• Add 'less' before the adjective

• Add 'more' before the adjective

• Add 'est' to the adjective

• Add 'er' to the adjective

What is the rule for forming comparatives with adjectives following the consonant-vowel-consonant pattern?

• Add 'er' without any changes

• Double the final consonant and add 'er'

• Change the vowel to 'i' and add 'er'

• Add 'more' before the adjective

How are most two-syllable adjectives made comparative?

• By adding 'most' or 'least'

• By adding 'er'

• By adding 'est'

• By adding 'more' or 'less'

What change is made to two-syllable adjectives ending in 'y' to form comparatives?

• Add 'less' before the adjective

• Add 'er' directly

• Change 'y' to 'i' and add 'er'

• Add 'more' before the adjective

Which of the following is a correct superlative form of an adverb ending in 'ly'?

• Most slowly

• Slowlyest

• Least slow

• Slowliest

Which adjective can be correctly used in both 'friendlier' and 'more friendly' forms?

• Friendly

• Simple

• Clever

• Happy

Which of the following is an irregular adjective?

• Good

• Tall

• Happy

• Thoughtful