What Are Adjectives?

Adjectives are words that describe nouns. They help us understand more about a person, place, thing, or idea. For example:

  • Happy dog
  • Blue sky
  • Tall building

How Do We Use Adjectives to Compare?

When we want to compare two or more things, we can use adjectives in a special way. This helps us say which one is more or less of a quality.

Key Rules for Comparing Adjectives

  1. Comparative Adjectives: When you compare two things, you often add “-er” to the adjective or use “more” before the adjective.
    • Example:
      • Big → Bigger
      • Beautiful → More beautiful
  2. Superlative Adjectives: When you compare three or more things, you often add “-est” to the adjective or use “most” before the adjective.
    • Example:
      • Big → Biggest
      • Beautiful → Most beautiful

Examples of Comparisons

  • My dog is smaller than your dog. (Comparative)
  • This is the tallest tree in the park. (Superlative)

Tips and Tricks

  • Use “than” when comparing two things.
    • Example: The red car is faster than the blue car.
  • Use “the” with superlatives to show the best or the worst.
    • Example: She is the smartest student in the class.
  • Remember, some adjectives are irregular and do not follow the usual rules.
    • Example: Good → Better → Best

Questions to Practice Using Adjectives to Compare

Easy Level Questions

  1. Which is happier, a cat or a dog?
  2. Is a lion stronger than a tiger?
  3. Who is taller, Tom or Jerry?
  4. Which fruit is sweeter, an apple or a banana?
  5. Is a pencil shorter than a ruler?
  6. Which is bigger, an elephant or a mouse?
  7. Is a frog smaller than a rabbit?
  8. Which flower is prettier, a rose or a daisy?
  9. Who is quicker, a cheetah or a horse?
  10. Is winter colder than summer?

Medium Level Questions

  1. Which is the fastest animal, a cheetah, a lion, or a horse?
  2. Who is older, your brother or your sister?
  3. Is a smartphone better than a regular phone?
  4. Which movie is the longest, the first one or the sequel?
  5. Is chocolate cake yummier than vanilla cake?
  6. Who is the tallest in your class?
  7. Is a bicycle safer than a motorcycle?
  8. Which city is larger, London or Manchester?
  9. Is a dolphin friendlier than a shark?
  10. Which subject is easier, maths or English?

Hard Level Questions

  1. Which is the most interesting book you’ve read this year?
  2. Who is the best player in your football team?
  3. Is rain heavier than snow?
  4. Which is the brightest star in the night sky?
  5. Are apples more nutritious than chips?
  6. Who is funnier, your dad or your mum?
  7. Which planet is the largest, Jupiter or Earth?
  8. Is a diamond more valuable than a gold coin?
  9. Who is the most talented singer in your opinion?
  10. Is a train faster than a bus on the same route?

Answers and Explanations

Easy Level Answers

  1. A dog is generally happier.
  2. Yes, a lion is stronger.
  3. Depends on their height; answer will vary.
  4. Generally, a banana is sweeter.
  5. Yes, a pencil is shorter.
  6. An elephant is bigger.
  7. Yes, a frog is smaller.
  8. It’s subjective, but many say a rose is prettier.
  9. A cheetah is quicker.
  10. Yes, winter is colder.

Medium Level Answers

  1. A cheetah is the fastest.
  2. Depends on their ages; answer will vary.
  3. Yes, a smartphone is better for features.
  4. Depends on the movie; answer will vary.
  5. Yes, chocolate cake is yummier.
  6. Depends on the class; answer will vary.
  7. Yes, a bicycle is generally safer.
  8. London is larger.
  9. Generally, dolphins are friendlier.
  10. Many find maths easier.

Hard Level Answers

  1. Depends on personal choice; answer will vary.
  2. Depends on the team; answer will vary.
  3. Yes, rain is generally heavier.
  4. The brightest star is often considered Sirius.
  5. Yes, apples are more nutritious.
  6. Depends on personal opinion; answer will vary.
  7. Jupiter is the largest planet.
  8. Yes, diamonds are more valuable.
  9. Depends on personal opinion; answer will vary.
  10. Generally, trains are faster on the same route.

Feel free to ask any questions if you need more help understanding adjectives and how to compare them!