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Grammar and Usage Lesson #41 CCSS.ELA–LITERACY.L. 1

Grammar and Usage Lesson #41 CCSS.ELA–LITERACY.L. 1 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. How to Teach Long Superlative Modifiers.

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Grammar and Usage Lesson #41 CCSS.ELA–LITERACY.L. 1

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  1. Grammar and Usage Lesson #41 CCSS.ELA–LITERACY.L. 1 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. How to Teach Long Superlative Modifiers

  2. Use “_est,” most, or least for a two-syllable or longer superlative modifier to compare three or more things. The superlative modifier indicates which is the most or least. When to use “_est” and when to use most or least is simply a matter of usage.  Examples: mightiest, most interesting Always use most or least for adverbs ending in “__ly.” Example: She waited least patiently.

  3. Practice Compared to the other two artists, Linda was the most happy, but she also had the least financial sense. Of the three artist friends, Linda did work the most conscientiously.

  4. Practice Compared to the other two artists, Linda was the most happy, but she also had the least financial sense. Of the three artist friends, Linda did work the most conscientiously. Practice Answers Compared to the other two artists, Linda was the happiest, but she also had the least financial sense. Of the three artist friends, Linda did work the most conscientiously. 

  5. Writing Application Write your own sentences using an “_est” and a most or least superlative modifier.

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