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Adjectives. Why do we use them?. They describe/ modify nouns or pronouns. They enhance the feel of the text. They increase reader interest. They are what makes a boring story…transform into one that is worth reading. . What do they look like?. Colors (red, yellow…) Emotions (happy, sad…)
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Why do we use them? • They describe/ modify nouns or pronouns. • They enhance the feel of the text. • They increase reader interest. • They are what makes a boring story…transform into one that is worth reading.
What do they look like? • Colors (red, yellow…) • Emotions (happy, sad…) • Size (large, tiny…) • Temperature (hot, freezing…) • Graphic (bloody, putrid…)
How do we use them? • Remember…adjectives modify (describe in detail) nouns or pronouns • These words are all adjectives • A hot day • A happy camper • A silly twit • A big, bloody mess • She is creative • A boring course. What noun or pronoun does the adjective modify?