December Grammar Review

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What is the difference between 'then' and 'than'?

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'Then' is used to indicate time or sequence, while 'than' is used for comparisons.

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What is a closer in a sentence?

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A closer is a phrase that adds detail or description, often using adjectives or adverbs.

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Identify the adjective in this sentence: 'The tall tree swayed in the wind.'

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The adjective is 'tall'.

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What does an adjective do in a sentence?

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An adjective describes or modifies a noun.

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What is the purpose of using 'then' in a sentence?

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'Then' is used to show what happens next in time.

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What is the purpose of using 'than' in a sentence?

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'Than' is used to compare two things.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'then'.

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I finished my homework, then I went outside to play.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'than'.

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My cat is faster than my dog.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is made up of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.