Let's solve this worksheet step by step. The task is to
finish each sentence using the correct comparative adjective from the given list:
Given Comparative Adjectives:
- faster
- farther
- heavier
- higher
- stronger
- better
- longer
- taller
Now, let’s look at each sentence and match it with the most logical comparative adjective based on the context and picture clues.
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1. Venn ran __________ than Paul today.
👉 Picture shows two people running, and Venn appears to be ahead.
✔ faster
→ *Venn ran
faster than Paul today.*
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2. Robert jumped __________ than Tina.
👉 Picture shows kids jumping on a trampoline. Robert is shown jumping higher.
✔ higher
→ *Robert jumped
higher than Tina.*
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3. Emma threw __________ than Mark did.
👉 Picture shows Emma throwing a ball, and the ball is going farther.
✔ farther
→ *Emma threw
farther than Mark did.*
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4. I think Jessica is __________ than Kevin.
👉 Picture shows a girl (Jessica) and a boy (Kevin), and Jessica is clearly taller.
✔ taller
→ *I think Jessica is
taller than Kevin.*
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5. Linda had a __________ start than Brian.
👉 Picture shows a race starting line; Linda is ahead of Brian.
✔ faster
→ *Linda had a
faster start than Brian.*
*(Note: "faster" here refers to speed at the beginning of the race.)*
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6. The running race was __________ this week.
👉 Picture shows a long road stretching out — suggesting distance.
✔ longer
→ *The running race was
longer this week.*
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7. The children are doing __________ than before.
👉 Picture shows a child looking happy and energetic — implying improvement.
✔ better
→ *The children are doing
better than before.*
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8. The metal box feels __________ today.
👉 Picture shows someone struggling to carry a heavy box.
✔ heavier
→ *The metal box feels
heavier today.*
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✔ Final Answers:
1.
faster
2.
higher
3.
farther
4.
taller
5.
faster
6.
longer
7.
better
8.
heavier
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🔍 Explanation Summary:
Each answer is chosen based on:
- The
context of the sentence.
- The
visual clue in the picture.
- The
meaning of the comparative adjective.
For example:
- "Faster" relates to speed (running, starting).
- "Farther" means greater distance (throwing, race length).
- "Higher" = jumping up more.
- "Taller" = physical height.
- "Heavier" = weight or effort.
- "Better" = improved performance.
- "Longer" = extended duration or distance.
This exercise helps students understand how adjectives change to compare two things.
Let me know if you'd like a printable version or further explanations! 😊
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of printable worksheets comparative and superlative adjectives.
