Mastering the Difference Between 'Then' and 'Than'

What is the main reason 'then' and 'than' are often confused?

• They have opposite meanings.

• They sound similar.

• They are spelled the same.

• They are used in the same context.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

What does 'then' represent?

• Time

• Quantity

• Quality

• Comparison

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What does 'than' represent?

• Progression

• Time

• Sequence

• Comparison

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

How can you remember the difference between 'then' and 'than'?

• There is no easy way to remember the difference.

• 'Then' is used for comparison, and 'than' is used for time.

• Both words are used interchangeably.

• 'Then' has an 'e' like 'time', and 'than' has an 'a' like 'comparison'.

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CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.1G

Why is 'then' used in the sentence 'I'm teaching a class then going to a movie'?

• Because it indicates a comparison.

• Because it contrasts two ideas.

• Because it shows a sequence of events.

• Because it highlights a preference.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

What is a key characteristic of 'then' in usage?

• It always precedes a noun.

• It is used to introduce examples.

• It indicates a progression through time.

• It is used to introduce a contrast.

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CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.1G

Why is 'than' used in the sentence 'I'm taller than you are'?

• To express a condition.

• To make a comparison.

• To indicate time.

• To show a sequence of events.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

What is a unique feature of 'than' in comparison to 'then'?

• It is used exclusively in questions.

• It is used to indicate a cause and effect.

• It signifies a comparison between two elements.

• It introduces additional information.

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E