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3. Why is the Ballroom Dance flexible?
a. It meets every day.
b. It is part of a dancing class.
c. You don’t need a partner to join.
d. It has many locations around campus.
e. You can join again even after missing a week.

4. Why does Emma think the Debate Club is fun?
a. There are no rules to follow.
b. The club meetings are often short.
c. Students have to compete every week.
d. There are games, friendly practice, and trips.
e. Students always need to study before the meeting begins.

5. What does Jason want in a club?
a. A club that is fun and useful
b. A club that meets every day
c. A club that is easy to get into
d. A club that improves his writing skills
e. A club that helps him meet new friends

Language Focus

Comparative and Superlative Adjectives

Comparative Superlative

➔ To compare two people, places, or ➔ To compare three or more people,
things places, or things

“The Writing Club is safer than the “The Rowing Club is the hardest club to
Rock-Climbing Club.” join.”

“Joining the Yoga Club is easier than “The Debate Club is the busiest among
joining the Music Club.” academic organizations.”

“The Photography Club’s devices are “The Chess Club is the most successful
more expensive than the Art Club’s.” club of all clubs.”

“The membership fees for the Sports “The Sports Club members are the
Club are more affordable than those most competitive in school.”
for the Science Club.”

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