Comparatives and Superlatives: quizzes, mind maps and notes

This unit page brings together practice on comparing things in English. You will find short gap-fill quizzes, mind maps that set out the rules, and flashcard decks built around real examples. The topics run from simple comparatives to superlatives, irregular forms, modifiers and the more...the more pattern.

Where to start

Begin with the quiz Comparative Adjective (Dictation Practice). It uses short sentences such as comparing a sister's age or the size of two buildings. Next, try Exercises, which mixes comparatives, superlatives and as... as in one set of gaps.

If you want to check long adjectives, the quiz Exercise - Intermediate Lesson 6 asks you to compare two things with words like comfortable and colorful. The quiz U5 Under the sea reminds you that a short adjective ending in consonant plus y changes the y to i.

Using quizzes and maps together

Quizzes show you what you do not yet know. Maps help you fix it. Here is a simple routine:

Take a quiz and note the questions you missed.
Open a mind map on that point, such as Comparisons as… as/ not as… as or COMPARATIVE OF EQUALITY.
Go through a flashcard deck, such as Comparative and Superlative Flashcards, which uses facts like the hardest mineral and the biggest animal in the sea.
Retake the quiz and see what has changed.

For equal comparisons, the deck COMPARATIVES - AS...AS offers phrases to complete, and the quiz Parallel and gradual increase (the more...). covers the pairs of comparatives that move together.

Where this unit fits

This unit sits in the strand Grammar: Words and Sentences, within English language. It suits school students, and teachers can pick out quizzes, decks and maps to set as ready-made practice.

Choose one resource that matches what you are working on today, then try making your own flashcards from the examples you find hardest.

Frequently asked questions

Which resource should I open first?

Start with the quiz Comparative Adjective (Dictation Practice). It uses short, everyday sentences, so it is a gentle way to see what you already know. After that, try the quiz called Exercises, which mixes comparatives, superlatives and as... as in a single set of questions.

What do the mind maps cover?

The mind maps set out the rules in short, visual form. Some focus on as... as and not as... as, such as Comparisons as… as/ not as… as. Others cover superlatives, modifiers, irregular forms like the best and the worst, and more advanced comparisons.

Are the resources free to use?

Yes. Every resource on this page is free to open, study and take, with no account needed. They were made by GoConqr users, not by GoConqr itself. A free account also saves your quiz scores and lets you make your own quizzes, mind maps, flashcards and notes.

Who is this page for?

It is for school students who want to practice comparing things in English, and for teachers looking for ready-made material. Most of the resources are pitched at secondary level, with a smaller number for younger learners. Pick a quiz or deck that matches how confident you feel.

Is there practice on as... as?

Yes. You can use the flashcard deck COMPARATIVES - AS...AS, which asks you to complete phrases, and the mind map COMPARATIVE OF EQUALITY, which shows positive and negative forms with examples. The quiz Comparative adjectives (as... as) also gives you gaps to fill.

What if I cannot find what I need?

Try a different format on the same topic. If a quiz feels too hard, open a mind map first, then come back. Many resources here are titled in different ways, such as comparison, comparatives or superlatives, so scan the list for several of those words.

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