G8 Unit 5 Lesson 6 Comparative of Equality

These flashcards cover the key vocabulary terms and concepts from Lesson 6 about the comparative of equality in English.

Comparative of Equality

A grammatical construction used to express that two things are equal in some way, typically using the phrase 'as … as'.

'as … as' structure

A phrase used to indicate that two items are equal in a specific attribute, such as 'as tall as', 'as fast as', etc.

Example of Comparison of Equality

'The blue whale is as long as three school buses' exemplifies how two subjects can be equally described.

Negative Form in Comparisons

Using 'can't' or 'not' to indicate that two subjects are not equal in the described attribute, e.g., 'Gazelles can't run as fast as cheetahs'.

Expressions of Equality

Phrases used to denote equality, e.g., 'The sunset is as beautiful as the sunrise'.

Practice Sentences

Sentences constructed to demonstrate the use of comparative equality, such as 'A turtle moves as slowly as a slug'.

Importance of Comparisons

Comparisons help describe differences and similarities between subjects, making information more relatable.

Examples of Adjectives for Equality

Adjectives such as 'beautiful', 'slow', and 'much', which can be used to form comparative sentences.

Task Construction

The structure of exercises designed to practice using the comparative of equality in sentences.

Survey Activity

An activity where students find commonalities with classmates, utilizing expressions of equality.