6. a) In pairs, do the comparative and superlative quiz Part 1. What's the opposite of ...?
Comparative degree of adjectives
Superlative degree of adjectives
1) longer
2) smaller
3) cheaper
4) more difficult
5) more irritated
6) better-equipped
8) the shortest
9) the smallest
10) the safest
11) the saddest
12) the rudest
13) the best
14) the most
7) more​

Dear John,

Thank you for your letter. I'm sorry for not writing to you sooner, I have been busy at school.

In your letter you asked me about summer in my country. Well, I should say it's really hot here, especially in July and August when the temperatures may reach 45 °C. If you decide to come here in summer, make sure to have a broad brimmed hat.

I like summer anyway, because I don't have to go to school. And what is your favourite season? What is summer like in the UK? How do you spend your summer?

Write back soon.

Best wishes,

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