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Degree of Comparison
Presented by Maulida Gita Cahyani, S.Pd., Gr.
8th grade of Sekolah Cendekia BAZNAS
Understand the three degrees of comparison in English grammar.
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Learn the rules for forming comparatives and superlatives effectively.
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Constructing comparative and superlative sentences with correct structures.
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Learning Objectives
Using comparative sentences to describe objects politely, without belittling others.
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We will learn actively, communicate, and support each other.
Todayโs Learning Activities:
Motivation (Islamic Values)
Al-Hujurat : 13
Students work together in groups to discuss, create sentences, and present their ideas respectfully.
Students are responsible for completing their own tasks and contributing to group work.
Students practice speaking in front of classmates and expressing their ideas clearly.
Students listen to each other's opinions and give feedback politely during the observation activity.
Character Building
Letโs watch this!
https://youtu.be/jfSlzpe4hZU?si=0sclE4by__5BWuKU
WHICH ONE IS MORE COMFORTABLE?
PICTURE A
PICTURE B
Introduction to Comparison
Comparison degree is a way to compare people, animals, or things using adjectives.
There are 3 forms of comparison:
No comparison
Pattern: as + adj + as
Examples:
The elephant is big.
Elephants are as intelligent as dolphins.
Elephants are generally larger than rhinos.
2. Comparative Degree
Used to compare two objects/people.
Pattern: adj + -er + than / more + adj + than
The elephant is the largest land animal on Earth.
Largest Animal
The rhino is one of the strongest animals.
Strongest Animal
The mouse is the smallest among these animals
Smallest Animal
3. Superlative Degree
Used to show the highest/most among three or more.
Pattern: the + adj + -est / the most + adj
Spelling Rules & Exceptions
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Spelling Rules & Exceptions
Spelling Rules & Exceptions
Spelling Rules & Exceptions
Spelling Rules & Exceptions
Fun Quiz Time!
The Comparison Race!
Round 1: โSpot the Comparison!
How to Play:
๐ The teacher will show 2 pictures on the screen.
๐Each group answers the question
๐Write your answer on your worksheet.
๐ When your group has finished, bring the paper forward and tap the bell! ๐
๐ The correct and the fastest group will earn 10 points! โญ
Which one is bigger?
VS
Which one is faster?
VS
Who is more talkative?
VS
Round 2: โSuperlative Challenge!โ
๐ข Turtle โ ๐ Dog โ ๐ Cheetah โ Which one is the fastest?
๐ Apple โ ๐ Banana โ ๐ Watermelon โ Which one is the biggest?
๐๏ธ Hill โ โฐ๏ธ Mountain โ Volcanoโ
Which one is the highest?
Round 3: โThe Comparison Race!โ
Each group makes 3 sentences
(positive, comparative, superlative).
Tall โ Aisha, Aulia, Alya
Positive: Alya is tall.
Comparative: Aisha is taller than Alya.
Superlative: Aulia is the tallest.
Colorful
Expensive
Bright
Round 4: โAct It Out!โ
How to Play:
Each group receives an adjective โ act out 3 levels (positive, comparative, superlative).
Other groups guess by saying the full sentence aloud.
Example: dilligent ๐ โ Sita is dilligent! /Bahiyyah is more dilligent than Sita / Ina is the most dilligent!
๐ชReflection Time
๐ง What did you learn today?
๐ฌ What was easy or difficult for you?
๐ฑ How can you improve next time?
๐ Enrichment Task
Writing Task
Write 5 sentences using positive, comparative, and superlative forms.
Use polite and positive words โ remember, comparison is for learning, not judging.
Letโs apply what we learned in a way that reflects Islamic values.
๐ Moral Lesson:
โThe best comparison is not who is taller or richer,
but who is closer to Allah.โ
โIslamic Positive Affirmationsโ ๐
Thank you! See you in the next lesson, InshaAllah! ๐ซ
Stay positive, stay humble, and stay grateful ๐