Adverbs: Comparative and Superlative Flashcard

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What is an adverb?

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An adverb is a word that describes or modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb. It often tells how, when, where, or to what extent something happens.

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What is a comparative adverb?

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A comparative adverb is used to compare two actions or qualities. It often ends in '-er' or uses 'more' before the adverb.

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What is a superlative adverb?

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A superlative adverb is used to compare three or more actions or qualities. It often ends in '-est' or uses 'most' before the adverb.

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Give an example of a comparative adverb.

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Faster is a comparative adverb, as in 'She runs faster than her brother.'

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Give an example of a superlative adverb.

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Fastest is a superlative adverb, as in 'She runs the fastest in her class.'

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What is the comparative form of 'hard'?

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The comparative form of 'hard' is 'harder.'

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What is the superlative form of 'softly'?

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

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Which adverb does not change form when it becomes comparative or superlative?

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Fast is an adverb that does not change form when it becomes comparative or superlative.

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How do you form the comparative of 'early'?

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The comparative form of 'early' is 'earlier.'

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How do you form the superlative of 'late'?

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The superlative form of 'late' is 'latest.'