Understanding the Use of 'Than'

What is the primary use of 'than' in English?

• To indicate time

• To show possession

• To describe an action

• To compare two things

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CCSS.L.3.1G

Which of the following sentences correctly uses 'than'?

• She is taller than him.

• She is taller to him.

• She is taller that him.

• She is taller then him.

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CCSS.L.3.2E

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.RF.K.3C

In which context would you use 'than'?

• When indicating ownership

• When talking about the past

• When describing a location

• When comparing sizes

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

What is a common mistake people make when using 'than'?

• Using 'that' instead of 'than'

• Using 'then' instead of 'than'

• Using 'and' instead of 'than'

• Using 'to' instead of 'than'

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CCSS.L.3.1G

Which of the following is NOT a correct use of 'than'?

• They are faster than us.

• She is better then him.

• She is more talented than him.

• He is smarter than her.

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CCSS.L.3.1G