Table of Contents:

Part One

Lesson 1 ………………. Introduction to Adjectives

Part Two

Lesson 2 ………………. Degree of Adjectives

Part Three

Lesson 3 ………………. Adjective Order

LESSON 1. Introduction to Adjectives

At the end of this module, the learner should be able to:

1. Understand the concept and types of adjectives.

2. Use the degree of adjective correctly.
3. Apply the correct order of adjectives in sentences.

Adjective - words that describe the qualities or states of being of nouns and
pronouns. Adjectives are powerful words that add detail and description in a
sentence. They help paint vivid pictures in our minds and make our language more
expressive.

Examples:
 His adventurous spirit led him to explore new places every year.

 My mother is taller than my brother.

 A Japanese couple wears Filipino attire.

Types of Adjectives

1. Descriptive Adjectives - These are the most popular type of adjectives, and
they express a noun's features or attributes. Examples include "happy," "blue,"
"hard," and "cold."

 My beautiful friend moved to Kansas.

 Era bought a glorious dress for their ball.

2. Quantitative Adjectives - describe the quantity of nouns. Examples are

"some," "many," "hundred," and "all."

 She has many books to read in her library.

 There is enough food for everyone at the party.

3. Demonstrative Adjectives - These adjectives highlight and identify a noun or

pronoun. Examples are "this," "that," "these," and "those."

 Those days were the best days of my life.

 These cookies were homemade.

4. Possessive Adjectives - They indicate possession or ownership. Examples

include "my," "your," "his," "her," "its," "our," and "their."

 My motorcycle is parked outside.

 Our teacher is very knowledgeable.

5. Interrogative Adjectives - These adjectives are used with nouns for asking
questions. Examples include "which," "what," and "whose."
  Which route should we take to reach the airport?
 Whose bag is blocking the gateway?

6. Distributive Adjectives - These adjectives describe specific items within a

group. Examples include: "each," "every," "either" and "neither."

 Every detail of the event was carefully planned.

 Each student must submit their assignments by Friday.

ACTIVITY

“ADJ-VENTURE”

MECHANICS:
The students will be engaging in an educational game titled 'Adjective
Adventure' designed to reinforce understanding of different types of adjectives.
Setup:
 The students will be divided into groups of three.
 Each group selects a token and places it on the starting point of the game
board.
 The teacher will shuffle the adjective category cards and place them face
down next to the board.
Gameplay:
 Decide which group starts first (e.g., by rolling the dice to determine the
highest number).
 The first group rolls the dice and moves their token forward along the board
according to the number rolled.
 When a group lands on a space, they draw a card from the adjective category
pile that matches the space they landed on (e.g., if they land on "Descriptive
Adjectives," they draw from the descriptive adjective category).
  A player from the group reads aloud the sentence on the card, which will have
a missing adjective of the designated category.
 The group must identify and provide the correct adjective to complete the
sentence.
Completing Sentences:
 If the group correctly identifies and places the adjective in the sentence, they
can roll the dice again for another turn.
 If the group struggles or answers incorrectly, play passes to the next group.
Winning the Game:
 Continue gameplay with each group taking turns rolling the dice, moving their
token, and completing sentences.
 The game ends when a group reaches the endpoint of the board or after a set
amount of rounds/time.
 The group with the most progress or the first to reach the endpoint is declared
the winner.
Have fun playing "Adjective Adventure" and exploring the world of adjectives!

Assessment Task 1
Read the story below and list down all the adjectives that you have seen.
Title: The Enchanted Forest
Once upon a time, in a distant land, there was a lush, vibrant forest. The towering,
ancient trees stood tall and proud, their branches reaching towards the heavens.
The emerald-green leaves shimmered in the gentle breeze, casting a magical glow
upon the forest floor.
In this enchanted forest, there lived a curious, adventurous young girl named Lily.
With her flowing, golden hair and sparkling, azure eyes, she was a vision of beauty.
Lily was known for her kind heart, her infectious laughter, and her insatiable thirst for
knowledge.
One sunny morning, as the birds chirped their melodious tunes, Lily embarked on a
journey deep into the heart of the forest. She skipped along the moss-covered path,
her nimble feet barely making a sound. The air was crisp and fragrant, filled with the
sweet scent of blooming wildflowers.
As Lily ventured further, she encountered a mischievous, playful squirrel. Its fluffy,
bushy tail twitched with excitement as it scampered up and down the tree trunks.
Lily couldn't help but giggle at the squirrel's acrobatic antics.
Continuing her exploration, she stumbled upon a hidden, secluded glade. The glade
was a breathtaking sight, adorned with vibrant, colorful blossoms of every hue.
Butterflies fluttered gracefully, their delicate, iridescent wings casting a kaleidoscope
of colors in the sunlight.
In the heart of the glade, Lily discovered a crystal-clear, babbling brook. The water
glistened like liquid diamonds, reflecting the azure sky above. She knelt down and
cupped her hands, taking a sip of the refreshing, cool water. It tasted pure and
invigorating, like a gift from nature itself.
As the day wore on, the forest transformed into a mesmerizing, mystical
wonderland. The setting sun painted the sky with strokes of fiery orange and soft,
pastel pinks. The forest came alive with the enchanting melodies of nocturnal
creatures, serenading the night.
With a heart full of wonder and a mind brimming with memories, Lily bid farewell to
the enchanted forest. She knew she would return one day, to immerse herself in its
magical embrace once more.
And so, Lily ventured back home, her spirit forever touched by the beauty and
wonder of the adjective-filled enchanted forest.
I hope you enjoyed the story! Adjectives help bring descriptions to life and make the
story more vivid and engaging.

LESSON 2. Degree of Adjectives

Positive Degree of Adjective

"Positive degree" refers to adjectives. An adjective that does not make a
comparison is considered positive. (In other words, the "positive degree" is the
standard form of an adjective. Examples include “rich”, “pretty”, “good”.
Example sentences:
 The new movie is entertaining, with an engaging plot, and talented actors.
 Era is a good cook, always preparing delicious meals for her family.
 She is a happy person, always spreading joy wherever she goes.

Comparative Degree of Adjective

A comparative adjective is a type of adjective that compares two or more
objects, people, or concepts. It is used to describe if one quality is of a greater or
lower standard than another. Comparative adjectives are normally constructed by
adding the suffix "-er" to the base form of the adjective for short adjectives and
"more" before the adjective for longer adjectives. Examples include “larger”,
“smaller”, “higher.”
Example sentences:
 She is a better singer than most of her peers, with a powerful voice and great
stage presence.
 The new smartphone model is more affordable than its predecessor.
 Jorge is taller and thicker than his brother.

Superlative Degree of Adjective

A superlative adjective is a type of adjective that expresses the highest level of
a specific attribute among three or more things, people, or concepts. It is used to
compare a single member of a group to the entire group. Superlative adjectives are
normally constructed by adding the suffix "-est" to the base form of the adjective for
short adjectives and "most" before the adjective for longer adjectives. Examples
include “fastest”, “most beautiful”, “best.”

Example sentences:
 The restaurant serves the most delicious pizza I’ve ever tasted, with a
perfect blend of flavors and fresh ingredients.
 Princess is the best student in her class, consistently earning top grades and
actively participating in discussions.
 Mount Everest is the tallest mountain in the world, towering majestically
above all others in the Himalayan range.
Example Words:
ACTIVITY
“ADJECTIVE BINGO”

Setup:
 Distribute Bingo cards to each player.
 These cards will contain a grid of adjectives, where each adjective can be in
its positive, comparative, or superlative form.
 Prepare a set of clue cards for each degree of adjective (positive,
comparative, superlative).
Gameplay:
 The teacher (or game leader) will randomly draw a clue card from the positive,
comparative, or superlative category.
  Read aloud an example sentence that demonstrates the specified degree of
adjective (positive, comparative, or superlative).
 Players will identify the adjective used in the sentence and locate it on their
Bingo cards.
 If the adjective appears in the positive form on the Bingo card and matches the
clue, players mark that square with a token or marker.
Winning the Game:
 The first player to mark a line (horizontal, vertical, or diagonal) of correctly
identified adjectives shouts "BINGO!" and wins that round.
 Verify the marked adjectives against the example sentences read aloud.
 Play multiple rounds with different clue cards (positive, comparative,
superlative) until a player achieves Bingo in each round.

Assessment Task 2
Adjective Sorting: Below is the list of adjectives, sort them into categories
based on their degree. Positive degree, Comparative degree, and Superlative
degree
Positive Degree Comparative Degree Superlative Degree
1. 2. 3.

 Fattest  Weakest
 Clever  Most difficult
 Bright  Thinner
 Most cunning  Sharpest
 Proudest  Most popular
 Strong  Ugly
 Far  Pretty
 Old  Smallest
 Most beautiful  Fiercer
 More famous  Cleverest
 Youngest  More beautiful
 Slower  Smartest
 Latest  Biggest
 Faster  Stranger
 Most attractive  More confused
Lesson 3. Adjective Order (Swan, Michael. "Practical English Usage." Oxford
University Press, 2013, Biber, Douglas et al. "Longman Grammar of Spoken and
Written English." Pearson Education Limited, 1999.)

Adjectives are used to describe or modify nouns. When more than one
adjective is used to describe a noun, knowing the proper order to arrange them is
important. Adjective ordering helps to create clear and logical writing by following a
conventional categorization sequence. This session will go over the rules of
adjective organization and provide examples to show how to use adjectives
effectively in sentences.

A. Importance of Adjective Order

 Adjective order helps to convey specific meanings and minimizes sentence
misunderstanding.
 Following a regular order improves the readability and comprehension of
written content.
 Adjective order changes with the nature and function of the adjectives used.

B. Sequence of Adjective Order (D.O.S.A.S.C.O.M.P)

1. Determiner - Articles (a, an, the), possessive adjectives (my, your, his, her,
its, our, their), demonstratives (this, that, these, those), quantifiers (some,
any, few, many, several), numbers (one, two, three), etc.
2. Opinion - Adjectives that express opinions or observations about the noun's
qualities (beautiful, ugly, delicious, comfortable), etc.
3. Size - Adjective that has a specified size. (large, small, huge, tall, big), etc.
4. Age - Adjectives indicating the age of the noun (old, young, new, ancient),
etc.
5. Shape - Adjectives that are having a type of shape. (rectangular, triangular,
round, square), etc.
6. Color - Adjectives denoting the color of the noun (red, blue, green), etc.
7. Origin - Adjectives specifying the origin or nationality of the noun (Italian,
Japanese, American), etc.
8. Material - Adjectives indicating the material composition of the noun
(wooden, metallic, plastic), etc.
9. Purpose - Adjectives describing the purpose or function of the noun
(cooking, sleeping, dining), etc.

Examples of correct Adjective Order

 She bought a beautiful large antique oval green Italian glass display vase.

Determiner: A Color: Green

Opinion: Beautiful Origin: Italian
Size: Large Material: Glass
Age: Antique Purpose: Display
Shape: Oval

She wears a lovely long new rectangular yellow French silk

summer dress.

Determiner: A Color: Yellow

Opinion: Lovely Origin: French
Size: Long Material: Silk
Age: New Purpose: Summer (dress)
Shape: Rectangular

He lives in an impressive big old square white British stone residential

building.

Determiner: An Color: White

Opinion: Impressive Origin: British
Size: Big Material: Stone
Age: Old Purpose: Residential
(building)
Shape: Square

Note:
Not all elements in DOSASCOMP are used in a normal sentence. Sometimes the
origin is missing, other times the color is absent. Adjective order depends on the
context and the specific adjectives used. But always remember that it's better to use
the correct adjective order to form a proper sentence.

ACTIVITY
“ADJECTIVE ORDER RELAY”
Setup:
 The students will be divided into teams of equal size.
  The teacher will place the adjective cards in a pile at the starting line for each
team.
 Display the correct sequence of adjective order (DOSASCOMP) visibly at a
distance from the starting line.
Gameplay:
 The first player from each team runs to the pile of adjective cards.
 The player picks one card from the pile and quickly runs back to their team.
 The team collectively decides where the adjective fits in the correct order
(DOSASCOMP) and places it in that position on the large poster or
whiteboard.
 Once the first player has placed the adjective, they tag the next player in line,
who then runs to pick the next adjective card.
 Repeat this process until all adjective cards have been correctly placed in the
sequence.
Winning the Game:
 The team that accurately arranges all the adjective cards in the correct order
(DOSASCOMP) first wins the relay.
 Use a stopwatch or timer to keep track of each team's time to completion.
Assessment Task 3
Rewrite each sentence and provide the correct order of adjectives.

1. Lea bought a new large Korean lovely pink silk rectangular window curtain.
2. Jorge bought a Chinese, round, wooden, small table for his living room.
3. Mariz found an interesting, ancient, Greek, small artifact during their
archeological dig.
4. I tasted a homemade, Italian, delicious, creamy soup at the restaurant.
5. Luiza ordered a golden, South Indian, traditional, fluffy, beautiful, large dosa
for dinner.

References

IschoolPrep
https://ischoolprep.com/blog/degrees-of-adjectives-a-guide-to-use-them/
Merriam Webster Dictionary
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/adjective
Adjective Order by:
Swan, Michael. "Practical English Usage." Oxford University Press, 2013, Biber,
Douglas et al. "Longman Grammar of Spoken and Written English." Pearson
Education Limited, 1999.)

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