Let's solve this worksheet step by step. The goal is to
fill in each blank with the correct comparative adjective from the word bank provided at the top.
Word Bank:
- faster
- farther
- higher
- quicker
- better
- taller
- stronger
- longer
- heavier
Now, let’s go through each sentence and choose the most appropriate comparative adjective based on the context and the illustration (if applicable).
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1.
Jace ran __________ than Jordan today.
→ There are two kids running. This is about speed.
✔ faster
*Answer: faster*
2.
Kelly jumped __________ than Josh this time.
→ One child is jumping over a bar, showing height of jump.
✔ higher
*Answer: higher*
3.
Maya threw __________ than Max did.
→ They are throwing something (like a ball or javelin). Distance matters.
✔ farther
*Answer: farther*
4.
I think Matt is __________ than Ben.
→ Two boys standing side by side; one looks taller.
✔ taller
*Answer: taller*
5.
Tia had a __________ start than Sam.
→ Both are at a starting line, but Tia is ahead — suggesting she started quicker.
✔ quicker
*Answer: quicker*
6.
The race was __________ this week.
→ A track is shown with a clock — implies duration.
✔ longer
*Answer: longer*
7.
The kids are doing __________ than last year.
→ Improvement over time — performance comparison.
✔ better
*Answer: better*
8.
The hammer feels __________ today.
→ A child is holding a hammer; it might feel heavier.
✔ heavier
*Answer: heavier*
9.
The hurdle is on a __________ level.
→ Two children at hurdles — one hurdle is higher than the other.
✔ higher
*Answer: higher*
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Final Answers:
1. Jace ran
faster than Jordan today.
2. Kelly jumped
higher than Josh this time.
3. Maya threw
farther than Max did.
4. I think Matt is
taller than Ben.
5. Tia had a
quicker start than Sam.
6. The race was
longer this week.
7. The kids are doing
better than last year.
8. The hammer feels
heavier today.
9. The hurdle is on a
higher level.
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✔ All answers use the correct comparative adjectives based on meaning and context. Each choice matches the action or situation described in the sentence and supported by the visuals.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of adjectives worksheet.