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   When you finish writing a  draft, it's time to  edit   your writing.

      One thing to look for is the correct use of ADJECTIVES.

  
 

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If you are comparing  2  persons, places, or things, you form an adjective by using  er  or  more .

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           * This winter was snowi er than last
               winter.

                                                                             snow

            * My dog is small er than your dog.

dog

            * His kitten is more playful than my
               kitten.

boy with cat

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 If you are comparing  3  or more persons, places, or things, you form an adjective by using
 est
 or most .

 

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        * The monkeys are the most popular animal in the zoo.

monkey

           * Paul is the tall est boy in his class.

boy

      * I think oranges are the sweet est fruit of all.

fruit

 

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Always remember to EDIT your writing and use the correct form of the adjective.

For practice in using the correct adjective click on the flower.

flower

 

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