Describe the grammatical function of adjectives. Identify adjectives in simple sentences. Become familiar with adjectives of comparison. Use adjectives correctly in the construction of simple sentences. List ways that vegetation can help reduce heat gains or heat losses in the home.
Adjectives are only one of the eight major parts of speech.
The job of the adjective is to modify nouns and pronouns. An adjective modifies meaning or further describes the noun. Those deep green leaves on these three oak trees help block the sun which prevents heat from entering the large, brick home. To locate adjectives in a sentence, it may be best to first locate the nouns and pronouns. Once located, ask the three questions from above.