Exploring Adjectives: Types and Quantities

What is the primary function of adjectives?

• To replace nouns

• To connect sentences

• To indicate action

• To describe or tell about nouns

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CCSS.L.3.1A

Which example illustrates an adjective describing what kind?

• Some sugar will make the coffee tastier.

• Linda's hair is curly.

• He gave me five pencils.

• We saw a large eagle.

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CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.1.1F

Where does an adjective usually appear in relation to the noun it describes?

• It varies without any specific order

• In a different sentence

• Before the noun

• After the noun

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CCSS.L.3.1G

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.2.1E

How do some adjectives describe quantity?

• By specifying a color

• By indicating a shape

• By telling how many or how much

• By expressing an opinion

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CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.1.1F

Which example shows an adjective telling how much?

• George's hair

• Some sugar

• Five pencils

• A large eagle

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CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.1.1F

What is a key characteristic of adjectives that tell how many?

• They come after the noun they describe.

• They describe a noun's appearance.

• They change the meaning of the noun completely.

• They specify an exact or approximate quantity.

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CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.1.1F