DEGREE OF COMPARISON - MATERI KELAS VIII LENGKAP

Introduction

This tutorial covers the Degree of Comparison in English, specifically designed for eighth-grade students. We will explore the definitions, types, rules, and practical examples of positive, comparative, and superlative degrees. By the end of this guide, you will have a solid understanding of how to use these forms correctly in sentences.

Step 1: Understanding Degree of Comparison

The Degree of Comparison expresses the relationship between adjectives and the nouns they modify. There are three main types:

• Positive Degree: This is the base form of an adjective, used when no comparison is made.
• Comparative Degree: This form compares two nouns, often ending in "-er" or using "more."
• Superlative Degree: This form compares three or more nouns, often ending in "-est" or using "most."

Examples

• Positive: tall
• Comparative: taller
• Superlative: tallest

Step 2: Positive Degree

The Positive Degree is the simplest form of an adjective and is used to describe a single noun.

Rules

• Use the adjective in its base form.

Example Sentences

• She is a tall girl.
• This book is interesting.

Step 3: Comparative Degree

The Comparative Degree is used to compare two nouns.

Rules

• For one-syllable adjectives, add "-er" to the end (e.g., tall → taller).
• For two-syllable adjectives ending in "y," change "y" to "i" and add "-er" (e.g., happy → happier).
• For adjectives with two or more syllables, use "more" before the adjective (e.g., beautiful → more beautiful).

Example Sentences

• John is taller than Mike.
• This film is more interesting than the last one.

Step 4: Superlative Degree

The Superlative Degree is used to show the highest degree of comparison among three or more nouns.

Rules

• For one-syllable adjectives, add "-est" to the end (e.g., tall → tallest).
• For two-syllable adjectives ending in "y," change "y" to "i" and add "-est" (e.g., happy → happiest).
• For adjectives with two or more syllables, use "most" before the adjective (e.g., beautiful → most beautiful).

Example Sentences

• Sarah is the tallest girl in the class.
• This is the most interesting book I've ever read.

Step 5: Practice Exercises

To reinforce your understanding, try the following exercises:

1. Identify the degree of comparison in the following sentences:

   • "This is the fastest car in the race."
   • "Tom is smarter than Jerry."

2. Convert the following adjectives into their comparative and superlative forms:

   • Small
   • Busy
   • Beautiful

Answers for Practice

1. Superlative, Comparative
2. Smaller, Smallest; Busier, Busiest; More Beautiful, Most Beautiful

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we explored the Degree of Comparison in English. Understanding positive, comparative, and superlative forms is essential for effective communication. Practice using these degrees in your writing and speaking to enhance your English skills. Next, try creating your own sentences using various adjectives to solidify your understanding.