Adjectives that Compare

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What is an adjective?

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An adjective is a word that describes a noun, giving more information about it.

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What does it mean to compare using adjectives?

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Comparing using adjectives means to show the differences or similarities between two or more nouns.

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What is a comparative adjective?

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A comparative adjective is used to compare two things, often ending in '-er' or using 'more'.

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What is a superlative adjective?

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A superlative adjective is used to compare three or more things, often ending in '-est' or using 'most'.

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Give an example of a comparative adjective.

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Taller, smaller, faster.

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Give an example of a superlative adjective.

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Tallest, smallest, fastest.

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How do you form the comparative of 'big'?

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You add '-ger' to make 'bigger'.

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How do you form the superlative of 'big'?

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You add '-gest' to make 'biggest'.

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What is the comparative form of 'fun'?

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More fun.

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What is the superlative form of 'fun'?

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Most fun.