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Comparing quantities Exercises in Maori language

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In the rich tapestry of the Maori language, comparing quantities is a fundamental skill that enables speakers to describe differences and similarities in amounts, sizes, and numbers. Understanding how to compare quantities not only enhances communication but also deepens one's appreciation for the linguistic nuances unique to Maori. Whether you are discussing the number of items, the size of objects, or the extent of a group, mastering these comparisons is essential for both everyday conversations and more formal contexts. Our grammar exercises are designed to help you grasp the various structures and vocabulary necessary for comparing quantities in Maori. Through a series of targeted activities, you will learn how to use comparative and superlative forms, employ appropriate quantifiers, and construct sentences that accurately reflect differences and similarities. These exercises aim to build your confidence and fluency, ensuring that you can effectively communicate and understand quantitative comparisons in the Maori language.

Exercise 1

Exercise 2

1. Ko te whare o Pita *nui* ake i te whare o Hone (bigger). 2. He *maha* atu ngā pukapuka a Mere i ngā pukapuka a Hemi (more). 3. Ko te waka o Hira *tere* ake i te waka o Rangi (faster). 4. He *iti* ake te ngeru i te kurī (smaller). 5. Ko te māra o Kāterina *whanui* ake i te māra o Tane (wider). 6. He *tiketike* ake te maunga o Aoraki i te maunga o Ruapehu (taller). 7. Ko te moana o Waikato *hohonu* ake i te roto o Taupō (deeper). 8. He *māmā* ake te kai a Māmā i te kai a Pāpā (easier). 9. Ko ngā tamariki a Hōne *toa* ake i ngā tamariki a Rangi (braver). 10. He *hōhā* ake te mahi a Mīria i te mahi a Hemi (more boring).

Exercise 3

1. He has *more* apples than her (comparison of quantities). 2. This house is *bigger* than that one (adjective for size). 3. She is *taller* than her brother (adjective for height). 4. His car is *faster* than mine (adjective for speed). 5. This book is *more interesting* than that one (adjective for interest level). 6. They have *less* money than us (comparison of quantities). 7. The mountain is *higher* than the hill (adjective for elevation). 8. My dog is *smaller* than your dog (adjective for size). 9. She has *more* friends than him (comparison of quantities). 10. The river is *wider* than the stream (adjective for width).