4 Adjectives modify, or tell about, nouns or pronouns. 4, Adjectives can tell what kind, how many, how much, or which one. 4 A, an, and the are special adjectives called articles. 4. Ais used before a word that begins with a consonant sound. 4 Anis used before a word that begins with a vowel sound. + An adjective formed from a proper noun is called a proper adjective. A proper adjective is capitalized. For example: Spanish music, Asian art. _ —s —— eZ A: Underline the adjectives in the sentences once. Underline the articles twice. 1, Quiet men often make-the best leaders. * 2. Enthusiastic marchers followed Chavez to_an enormous rally. a3, Tired workers listened to Spanish speakers. __ 4. Those people wanted a better life. 5. They wanted the same rights as other American citizens. 6. Joyful crowds celebrated when an agreement was reached. 7. The black eagle on that flag represented a worthy cause. Ferrer crammar woo 26 CamScanner + Lis dsucall$$$ 8. Landowners resisted the efforts of a persistent Chavez, 9. The last barbecue took place on an incredibly hot day. 10. Uncle Rico told the children scary stories about ghosts, 11, An elderly woman recalled a childhood spent working in the = = xs fields. 12. She did not get_a good education. 13. Now she wants these children to have the opportunities ¢ did not. 14. A silent crowd listens as she speaks about the past 1, Wealthy landowners hoped for............. peaceful demonstrat 2. The family made sure everyone had eer Q.n..eataof sweet cy \ | 3. When ..: grapes are ripe, they must be harvested. 4, Cesar Chavez loved living on..b. 0.08. family's ranch. 5. pf £ sual!——_——_—_- rrr C: Replace the underlined word in each sentence with an adjective from the box. Write the sentences. — soothing - itchy - tasty - raging - useful - fragrant - severe - wonderful useful \ 1, At nature canyp, we learned about use plants and herbs. 2. Thyme has srkbfsines leaves used as a seasoning. fi 3. Lavender has a sical tect ‘on many people. hy 4. Teint gives flavor to ee and many dishes. 5. The marigold leaves make itch Ito in feel better. rader Ful 6. Chamomile tea is a winter natural cure for an upset stomac? 7. The scent of lily of the valley | 8. The herb called feverfew may reduce a “ig ver. D: Write the letter of the word that is NOT an adjective. 1. My patient grandfather silently points to a rare flower in th low grass. A Gilently) C low B patient D rare 2. On warm days, the two explorers roam the dark woods. A dark ¢ warm B two X 3. When springtime comes to our land, leafy green trees shade the soft forest floor. A green CGhade) B leafy D soft iAP HORT TACT _ CamScanner + Lig do sucall| 4. New shoots of pale grass crop up in a small meadow beyond our house. 1€ Nov B pale “D small E: Rewrite the following sentences. Use a vivid adjective to describe each underlined noun. 1, The plant grew near the house. a ACOMAEC. PAM nnnnmnroleg ant rouse _ 2. The sun ripened the grapes, ; lblazing...Sun Manet eerie jul sy grapes. 3. The men yelled at the marchers, OMS CAL OR ee ; 4. Heroes serve as models for us. : CamScanner 2 lis d sual!