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

Mastering the Difference Between 'Then' and 'Than'

Interactive Video
•
English
•
6th - 10th Grade
•
Hard

Emma Peterson
FREE Resource
8 questions
Show all answers
1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They have opposite meanings.
They sound similar.
They are spelled the same.
They are used in the same context.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does 'then' represent?
Time
Quantity
Quality
Comparison
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does 'than' represent?
Progression
Time
Sequence
Comparison
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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'.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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.
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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.
Similar Resources on Quizizz
6 questions
Understanding the Double Surgeon's Knot

Interactive video
•
6th - 10th Grade
11 questions
Exploring Types of Figurative Language

Interactive video
•
6th - 10th Grade
6 questions
Understanding 'Than' and 'Then'

Interactive video
•
5th - 8th Grade
10 questions
Understanding Boolean Expressions and Comparison Operators

Interactive video
•
6th - 10th Grade
11 questions
Exploring Similes: Comparing with 'Like' and 'As'

Interactive video
•
6th - 10th Grade
10 questions
Exploring Negative Rational Numbers

Interactive video
•
6th - 10th Grade
6 questions
Understanding the Concept of Stain

Interactive video
•
6th - 10th Grade
11 questions
Exploring Figurative Language Concepts

Interactive video
•
6th - 10th Grade
Popular Resources on Quizizz
15 questions
Character Analysis

Quiz
•
4th Grade
17 questions
Chapter 12 - Doing the Right Thing

Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
10 questions
American Flag

Quiz
•
1st - 2nd Grade
20 questions
Reading Comprehension

Quiz
•
5th Grade
30 questions
Linear Inequalities

Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
20 questions
Types of Credit

Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
18 questions
Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead Summer Academy Pre-Test 24-25

Quiz
•
5th Grade
14 questions
Misplaced and Dangling Modifiers

Quiz
•
6th - 8th Grade
Discover more resources for English
14 questions
Misplaced and Dangling Modifiers

Quiz
•
6th - 8th Grade
20 questions
Final Exam Vocabulary

Quiz
•
6th Grade
17 questions
Parts of Speech

Quiz
•
7th - 12th Grade
40 questions
Word Study Assessment: Roots, Prefixes, Suffixes, and Vocabulary

Quiz
•
8th Grade
41 questions
The Outsiders Test Review (Chapters 1-12)

Quiz
•
8th Grade
20 questions
Summer Learning Academy "A Drop of Water" Assessment

Quiz
•
6th - 8th Grade
27 questions
STAAR English 1 Review

Quiz
•
9th Grade
64 questions
ELA 6 Final Quizizz

Quiz
•
6th Grade