Monday, April 3, 2023

Than, as and that

 Here is a chart that explains how to use "than," "as," and "that" in comparisons:

WordUseExample
ThanUsed to compare two thingsShe is taller than her sister.
AsUsed to compare one thing with another of the same kindHe can run as fast as a cheetah.
ThatUsed to introduce a clause that provides information about a comparisonShe is so intelligent that she could solve the problem in minutes.

Here are some exercises and examples to help you practice using "than," "as," and "that" correctly:

  1. Choose the correct word to complete the sentence:

a) He is not as/ than smart as his sister. b) She is taller as/ than him. c) I am more comfortable as/ than in cold weather. d) That/ Than book is more interesting than the other one. e) She is so talented as/ that she can play two instruments at once.

  1. Rewrite the following sentences using the correct comparative word:

a) The Eiffel Tower is tall. --> ______________________________________ b) She is a good singer. --> _________________________________________ c) He is a better athlete. --> _______________________________________ d) They are not as rich as their neighbors. --> ___________________________ e) That movie is more exciting than the one we saw last night. --> __________

  1. Write a paragraph comparing two things or people using "than" and "as." Include at least 5 sentences.

Example: My sister is taller than me, but I am just as smart as she is. She is better at sports than I am, but I am more artistic than she is. We both love animals, but she is more interested in cats than dogs, while I prefer dogs. When it comes to music, we have different tastes, but we both enjoy going to concerts together. Overall, we are different in many ways, but we also have a lot in common.

I hope these exercises and examples help you understand how to correctly use "than," "as," and "that" in comparisons.

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