Degree Of Comparison: Grammar Flashcards

A cow is _____ than an elephant.

Answer: Smaller

This is a basic comparative question based on general knowledge of animal sizes. An adult cow is considerably smaller in both height and weight compared to an adult elephant, which is recognized as the largest land animal. Therefore, 'smaller' is the correct comparative term to describe a cow relative to an elephant.

In comparison to the mountain, the weather at the beach is _______.

Answer: Hotter

Generally, as altitude increases, temperature decreases due to the thinning of the atmosphere and reduced heat retention. Mountains are at significantly higher altitudes than beaches, which are typically at sea level. Therefore, the weather at the beach is usually warmer or 'hotter' compared to the weather on a mountain, especially when considering similar latitudes and seasons.

45 is the age of my father. 46 is the age of my mother. As a result, my mother is _____ my father.

Answer: Older

The question provides the ages of the father (45) and the mother (46). Since 46 is a greater number than 45, the mother is older than the father. The other options do not relate to age comparison.

The majority of students believe that math is _______ than other subjects.

Answer: More difficult

This question asks for a common perception about math compared to other subjects. Many students find mathematics challenging due to its abstract concepts, problem-solving nature, and cumulative learning. Therefore, 'more difficult' accurately reflects this widespread belief.

Compared to a buffalo, a horse runs ___________

Answer: Faster

Horses are renowned for their speed, agility, and endurance, often used for racing and quick transportation. In contrast, buffaloes are large, powerful animals primarily known for their strength and are significantly slower runners. Thus, a horse runs 'faster' than a buffalo.

Typically, a car costs _____ than a bike

Answer: More expensive

Cars are complex machines requiring extensive manufacturing processes, numerous parts, and advanced technology, leading to higher production costs. Bikes, being simpler in design and construction, use fewer materials and less complex systems. Consequently, cars are typically 'more expensive' than bikes.

Typically, girls' hair is _______ than guys' hair.

Answer: Longer

While personal preferences vary, it is a common cultural and societal norm for girls and women to grow their hair longer than boys and men. This makes 'longer' the most typical and appropriate comparison in this context. The other options like 'smaller' or 'bigger' do not accurately describe hair length.