Comparative And Superlative Forms Quiz

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    My mother is ____ than my father. 

    • Old 
    • Older 
    • The oldest 
    • The old 
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This quiz assesses understanding of comparative and superlative forms in English grammar. Participants identify correct forms in sentences, enhancing their grammatical precision and language skills.

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  • 2. 
    I think Mary is ____ woman I have ever seen.  - ProProfs

    I think Mary is ____ woman I have ever seen. 

    • Beautiful 

    • The most beautiful

    • Beautifulest

    Correct Answer
    A. The most beautiful
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "the most beautiful" because it is the superlative form of the adjective "beautiful." The sentence is comparing Mary to all other women the speaker has seen, implying that she is the most beautiful among them.

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  • 3. 

    Choose the best options in order to complete the following sentences: Laura is ..... in our class.

    • Taller

    • The tallest

    • Tall

    • Shorter

    Correct Answer
    A. The tallest
    Explanation
    Laura is the person who has the greatest height among all the students in our class.

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  • 4. 
    Reading a book is ..... than playing computer games. - ProProfs

    Reading a book is ..... than playing computer games.

    • More interesting

    • Is the most interesting

    Correct Answer
    A. More interesting
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "more interesting" because it indicates a comparison between reading a book and playing computer games. It suggests that reading a book is considered to be more interesting than playing computer games.

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  • 5. 

    What is ____ movie you have ever seen? 

    • Funny 

    • Funnier 

    • The funniest 

    • The funny 

    Correct Answer
    A. The funniest 
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "the funniest". This is because the question is asking for the superlative form of the word "funny", which means the highest degree of funniness. "The funniest" is the superlative form of "funny" and indicates that it is the most funny movie the person has ever seen.

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  • 6. 

    Your flat is (big) ________ than mine.

    Correct Answer
    bigger
    Explanation
    The given sentence is comparing the size of two flats - the speaker's flat and the listener's flat. The blank needs to be filled with an adjective that indicates a comparative degree. The word "bigger" is the correct answer because it is the comparative form of the adjective "big." It shows that the speaker's flat is larger in size compared to the listener's flat.

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  • 7. 
    Yesterday's exam was ____ than the one last month.  - ProProfs

    Yesterday's exam was ____ than the one last month. 

    • Difficult 

    • Difficulter 

    • The difficultest 

    • More difficult 

    Correct Answer
    A. More difficult 
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "more difficult". This is because when comparing two things, we use the comparative form of the adjective, which is "more + adjective". In this case, we are comparing the difficulty of yesterday's exam to the one last month, so we use "more difficult".

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  • 8. 
    A pub is ..... than a café. - ProProfs

    A pub is ..... than a café.

    • Noisier

    • More noisy

    Correct Answer
    A. Noisier
    Explanation
    A pub is noisier than a café because pubs are typically crowded with people talking, music playing, and glasses clinking, creating a louder and more energetic atmosphere compared to a café.

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  • 9. 
    That chocolate cake is (delicious) ________ than the strawberry cake.  - ProProfs

    That chocolate cake is (delicious) ________ than the strawberry cake. 

    Correct Answer
    more delicious
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "more delicious" because it is used to compare the level of deliciousness between the chocolate cake and the strawberry cake. The word "more" indicates a higher degree of deliciousness in the chocolate cake compared to the strawberry cake.

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  • 10. 

    Colombia is (large) ________ than Costa Rica

    Correct Answer
    larger
    Explanation
    Colombia is larger than Costa Rica. This means that Colombia has a greater size or area compared to Costa Rica.

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  • 11. 
    Jerry is ..... than Tom. - ProProfs

    Jerry is ..... than Tom.

    • Fitter

    • More fit

    Correct Answer
    A. Fitter
    Explanation
    Jerry is "fitter" than Tom means that Jerry has a higher level of physical fitness compared to Tom. This implies that Jerry is in better shape, healthier, and possibly has more stamina or strength than Tom. The term "fitter" suggests a comparative degree of fitness, indicating that Jerry's level of fitness surpasses that of Tom.

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  • 12. 

    William Shakespeare is (famous) ________ writer in England. 

    Correct Answer
    the most famous
    Explanation
    William Shakespeare is considered the most famous writer in England. This is because his works, such as Romeo and Juliet and Hamlet, are widely recognized and studied around the world. Shakespeare's plays and sonnets have had a significant impact on literature and have been influential in shaping the English language. His storytelling, use of language, and exploration of human emotions have made him an iconic figure in the literary world, earning him the title of the most famous writer in England.

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  • 13. 
    This computer is (new) ________ than your computer. - ProProfs

    This computer is (new) ________ than your computer.

    Correct Answer
    newer
    Explanation
    The word "newer" is the correct answer because it is the comparative form of the adjective "new." In the given sentence, we are comparing the "computer" to "your computer" and stating that "this computer" is more new than "your computer." Therefore, "newer" accurately conveys this comparison.

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  • 14. 

    This is  a really bad restaurant, I think it is ________ restaurant in the town.

    Correct Answer
    the worst
    Explanation
    The given correct answer "the worst" is appropriate because it describes the restaurant as being of extremely poor quality or the lowest in comparison to other restaurants in the town. This implies that the restaurant has a terrible reputation and provides a negative dining experience.

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  • 15. 
    What a nice movie!! Yes, This is (good) ________ film I have ever seen. - ProProfs

    What a nice movie!! Yes, This is (good) ________ film I have ever seen.

    Correct Answer
    the best
    Explanation
    The phrase "the best" is the correct answer because it completes the sentence in a grammatically correct and contextually appropriate manner. The speaker is expressing their opinion about the movie, stating that it is the best film they have ever seen.

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  • 16. 
    This is (bad) ________ programme in television history.  - ProProfs

    This is (bad) ________ programme in television history. 

    Correct Answer
    the worst
    Explanation
    This answer is correct because it accurately completes the sentence by filling in the blank with the phrase "the worst." It suggests that the television program being referred to is of extremely low quality or is considered to be the poorest in comparison to other programs.

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  • 17. 

    Your car is (fast) ________ in the race. 

    Correct Answer
    the fastest
    Explanation
    The given sentence is comparing the speed of the car in the race to all other cars. By using the superlative form "the fastest," it indicates that the car has the highest speed among all the cars in the race.

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  • 18. 
    That car is (expensive) ________ in the market.  - ProProfs

    That car is (expensive) ________ in the market. 

    Correct Answer
    the most expensive
    Explanation
    The given sentence is comparing the price of the car to other cars in the market. "The most expensive" indicates that the car has the highest price among all the cars available in the market.

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  • 19. 

    Some people think dogs are (good) ____   ________ cats.

    Correct Answer
    better than
    Explanation
    The given correct answer "better than" suggests that some people believe that dogs are superior or more favorable compared to cats. This implies that these individuals perceive dogs to possess more positive qualities or characteristics than cats.

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  • 20. 
    This is ..... present I have ever received. - ProProfs

    This is ..... present I have ever received.

    • The most lovely

    •  the loveliest

    Correct Answer
    A. The most lovely
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "the most lovely." This is because when comparing two or more items, we use the superlative form of the adjective. In this case, we are comparing the present to all other presents the person has ever received, so we use "the most lovely" to indicate that it is the most beautiful or enjoyable present out of all of them.

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