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Lesson

Title: Comparative and Superlative Adjectives

Grade: 6-a Lesson: S4-L2

Explanation: This lesson describes a topic in grammar which is important in understanding how words can and should be combined to make grammatically correct and readable sentences.

Definition: Comparative adjective

Comparative adjectives use(-er) to compare two people, places, things, or idea.

Some adjectives with two or more syllables use more or less.

Examples:

The siren is louder today than yesterday.
It’s just as long as it is broad.

Definition: Superlative adjective

Superlative adjectives use(-est) to compare three or more people, places, things, or ideas

Some adjectives with two or more syllables use most or least.

Examples:

This is the oldest tree in the yard.
He is the most talented person.