Comparatives – Superlatives

1. With your partner, answer the following questions.

– Spencer est aussi grand que David. – comparatif d'égalité

– Spencer is plus grand que Mr Jones.

– comparatif de supériorité a) What is being expressed in the following sentences? Spencer is as tall as David. Spencer is taller than Mr Jones. This is the most interesting news!

– C'est la nouvelle la plus intéressante.

– superlatif b) Together, find as many comparisons as possible in the script of the conversation (p. 21) and in the school brochure. c) Look at the forms above (exercises a) and b)). How do you make a comparison in English? Answer in French.

This is the most interesting news of the day. / He is taller than him. / He is as tall as you. / It’s easier / it’s the best thing to do. / Do you find it better just to relax? / Here are some more interesting suggestions for you. / There is nothing worse than being bored. / Nobody can find a quicker solution than her. / Welcome to the friendliest school / You can’t be happier than here.

Réponse attendue : formulation personnelle des règles de comparaison