Adjectives

• A word that describes a noun or a pronoun is called an adjective.

• Adjectives answer three questions about nouns/pronouns:– What kind?– Which one?– How many?

What kind?

Athletic kids are fit.

Which one?

The tall girl is my sister.

How many?

Three players signed autographs.

• Adjectives appear in a different places in a sentence.

• They may be before the noun they are describing.

•Powerful linemen stared boldly at us.

• Adjectives may also come after a linking verb.

• The players seem humble and appreciative.

• When two or more adjectives are listed together, you should usually use a comma to separate them.

• Strong, athletic players are important to the team.

• When one of these adjectives tells how many, do not use a comma.

• Two skilled players drove to the basket.

• The quarterbacks have long, strong arms.

• Several volleyball players practiced today.

• The two baseball players are tired and sore.