Multiple choice

Of the three friends, Ann is the __, and of the other two, Bo is the __.

  1. taller...shorter

  2. taller...shortest

  3. tallest...shortest

  4. tallest...shorter

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D Correct answer
Explanation

When comparing three or more things (the three friends), the superlative form "tallest" must be used. When comparing exactly two things (the other two), the comparative form "shorter" must be used.