UNIT 7 Superlatives

Question 1

Superlatives

Answer 1

We can use superlatives adjectives to compare 3 or more things (or three or more people, places etc…)

Question 2

With one or two syllable words (e.g. nice, big)

Answer 2

THE + adjective + est
* A is the nicest / longest
* A is the biggest city in my country
* A is one of the biggest cities in my country
With a one-syllable word with consonant + vowel + consonant, then we double the last letter
For example, big becomes the biggest

Question 3

With one or two syllable words (e.g. nice, big)

Answer 3

THE + adjective + est
* A is the nicest / longest
* A is the biggest city in my country
* A is one of the biggest cities in my country
With a one-syllable word with consonant + vowel + consonant, then we double the last letter
For example, big becomes the biggest

Question 4

With 3 or more syllable words,

Answer 4

THE MOST + Adjective
* A is the most expensive
* A is the most expensive city in my country
* A is one of the most expensive cities in my country
To emphasise we can use** by far**
* A is by far the most expensive

Question 5

Part 1 Questions
Q: Tell me about your hometown

Answer 5

A:
I come from Manchester which is up in the north of England.
It’s one of the most beautiful cities in England.

Question 6

Q: What do tourists like to visit in your hometown?

Answer 6

A:
Many tourists will go to Manchester United’s football ground
because it’s one of the most famous grounds in the world.

Question 7

Q: What do people in your country like to do in parks or gardens?

Answer 7

A:
Well, one of the most popular pastimes is sunbathing,
if the weather is sunny.
Otherwise, many people will just go for a stroll to get some fresh air.
Possible substitutes for sunbathing:
jogging / community dancing / having a picnic