Which comes first in an adjective phrase: a word denoting a noun's quality, or a word describing a noun's function? If your elementary grammarians don't know the answer, have them review ten pairs of adjective phrases and circle the one that is written correctly.

Concepts

adjectives, revising writing, parts of speech, adjective phrases

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Have learners identify the correct adjective category for each adjective phrase
• Add to a homework packet when discussing parts of speech in class

Classroom Considerations

• Requires prior knowledge of the categories of adjectives, or use of the attached page for reference

Pros

• Provides an answer key for easy assessment
• Discusses a nuanced grammatical concept that is helpful for both native English speakers and English learners alike

Cons

• None

Common Core

L.3.1.a L.4.1.a L.4.1.d L.5.1.a