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Choosing a dream vacation

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Hear comparatives and superlatives.

Listen to each sentence and write what you hear.

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Words to know

pricey
Expensive.
getaway
A short holiday away from home.
helicopter
An aircraft with large turning blades on top.

Answer key

  1. A beach is much better than here.“Much better than” makes a strong comparison.
  2. It is pricier than the Mountain Getaway.“Pricier than” compares two prices. “Mountain Getaway” is a name.
  3. It is our priciest vacation.“Priciest” is the superlative: more expensive than all the others.
  4. At night, you’ll sleep out under the stars.“You’ll” means “you will”. “Under the stars” means outside at night.
  5. Planes are a little scary but helicopters are scarier!“Scary” becomes “scarier” in the comparative.