Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA) Practice Test

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What is the comparative form of the word "energetic"?

Energeticest
More Energetic
Energetically
Energetical

The correct answer is: More Energetic

The choice "More Energetic" is correct as it follows the standard rule for forming comparatives of adjectives that have two or more syllables. In English, when an adjective has more than one syllable, we typically form the comparative by using "more" before the adjective. "Energetic" is a three-syllable word, making "more energetic" the appropriate form to express a comparison between two entities. The other options do not conform to this rule. "Energeticest" is nonstandard and not used in formal English as the superlative form; instead, "most energetic" would be correct for expressing the highest degree. "Energetically" is an adverb, and while it relates to the adjective, it does not serve as a comparative form. Lastly, "energetical" is an outdated variation of the adjective and is not commonly used in modern English. Therefore, "More Energetic" is the correct choice for forming a comparative.