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Comparatives Mixed Practice (Advanced) Exercises

B1-B2 Level

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This advanced practice combines all comparative structures: -er/more + than, as...as, the more...the more, and degree modifiers (much, far, slightly, a bit). At B1-B2 level, you need to choose the right structure for each context — a simple comparison ("taller than"), an equal comparison ("as tall as"), a proportional relationship ("the taller, the more confident"), or a modified comparison ("much taller"). The ability to switch between these forms flexibly shows strong grammatical range.

Pay attention to structures that express the same idea differently: "She is more experienced than him" = "He isn't as experienced as her" = "He is less experienced than her." All three are correct and mean the same thing, but each emphasises a different subject. Advanced-level examinations test whether you can use multiple comparative structures naturally. In Cambridge B2 First writing tasks, using three or four different comparative forms in one essay demonstrates the grammatical variety examiners look for. This exercise helps you practise switching between structures confidently.

Quick Rule

comparative + than | as + adjective + as | the + comparative, the + comparative | modifier + comparative

1.The more carefully you plan, the fewer problems you will have. (correlative comparative)
2.This project isn't nearly as complex as the last one. (modified as...as, negative)
3.Living abroad is far more rewarding than I expected. (modifier + long comparative)
4.Nobody tried harder than she did during the competition. (comparative with nobody)
5.The less sugar you eat, the healthier you feel. (correlative with less)

All 20 questions

Complete the sentences with the correct form. Pay attention to modifiers and context.

This problem is _____ (difficult) than I expected. I need more time.
Complete with the correct form and modifier.
_____ I study, _____ I understand.
Complete with the correlative structure.
My new phone is _____ (expensive) than my old one, but not by much.
Complete with the correct form and modifier.
_____ (the + long) you wait, _____ (the + hard) it will be to change your mind.
Complete with the correlative structure.
This computer is _____ as the one in the shop, but it's much cheaper.
Complete with as...as structure and modifier.
Of all my friends, Tom is _____ (tall).
Choose the correct form: comparative or superlative.
The weather today is _____ (cold) than yesterday. I need a warmer jacket!
Complete with the correct form and modifier.
_____ I practise, _____ (the + good) I get at playing guitar.
Complete with the correlative structure.
My sister is _____ as me in mathematics.
Complete with as...as structure and modifier.
Between tea and coffee, I prefer coffee. I think coffee tastes _____.
Choose the correct form: comparative or superlative.
My health is _____ (good) now than last year, thanks to regular exercise.
Complete with irregular comparative and modifier.
_____ (the + far) we walk, _____ tired we become.
Complete with the correlative structure.
My little brother is getting _____ (fat) because he eats too many sweets.
Complete with the correct spelling change.
This hotel is _____ as the pictures online showed. I'm disappointed.
Complete with as...as structure and modifier.
This is _____ (interesting) book I've ever read!
Choose the correct form based on context.
The traffic is _____ (bad) today than usual because of the rain.
Complete with irregular comparative and modifier.
_____ (the + well) I know her, _____ I like her.
Complete with the correlative structure.
You should be _____ (quiet) in the library. People are studying.
Complete with the correct two-syllable form.
Mount Everest is _____ (high) mountain in the world.
Choose the correct form based on context.
My exam results were _____ (good) than last term, but only by a few marks.
Complete with the correct form and modifier.