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8 questions with a Pirates theme plus a full answer key. Perfect for Grade 5 English.
⬇ Download WorksheetStudents will correctly form comparative adjectives by adding -er to short adjectives or using more before longer adjectives when comparing two things.
After Q5, pause and ask students to sort the adjectives used so far on the board into two columns: '-er words' and 'more words.' Use Leo's treasure map scene as the anchor — students can physically sort cards at their desks before continuing to Q6.
- Leo's ship is fast. The rival ship is _______ than Leo's ship. Fill in the blank with the correct comparative adjective. (slow)
- Leo found a big treasure chest. The Golden Chest is _______ than the first one. Which word correctly fills the blank?
- Leo's old map is faded. The rival crew's map is _______ than Leo's map. Which sentence is correct?
...plus 5 more questions in the full worksheet
Instructions: Read each question carefully and choose or write the correct comparative adjective. Remember: short adjectives get -er, and longer adjectives use the word more in front.
Standard: L.5.1
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About this English worksheet for Grade 5
Fifth graders need to master comparative adjectives to develop grammatical precision in both writing and speaking, as they transition toward more sophisticated sentence construction required by middle school standards. Use this worksheet as guided practice during grammar mini-lessons or independent work, then have students apply the comparative forms in their own descriptive writing to reinforce recognition and production of this L.5.1 morphology skill.
This printable English worksheet is designed for Grade 5 students and covers Comparative Adjectives. The Pirates theme keeps kids engaged while they practice essential English skills. Every worksheet includes a full answer key making it easy for parents and teachers to check work instantly. Aligned to Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for Grade 5 English. Print-ready at US Letter size. No login required — download and print in seconds.
Last updated: April 2026
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