As-As Comparisons in English

This video tutorial by Anthony at English Fitz introduces the grammar structure of as-as comparisons, which are used to express similarities or differences between two things. The tutorial provides examples comparing buildings in London and New York, and discusses how adjectives and adverbs can be used within the structure. The video also includes practical exercises for viewers to apply the as-as comparison in sentences, encouraging them to compare different types of food and other objects.

What is the primary purpose of using as-as comparisons in English?

• To express future plans

• To compare similarities and differences

• To narrate past events

• To describe the weather

Which of the following is an example of an as-as comparison?

• The cat is under the table.

• The car is faster than the bike.

• The movie is as exciting as the book.

• She will travel tomorrow.

In the structure 'as adjective as', what is placed between the two 'as'?

• A noun

• A verb

• An adjective

• An adverb

How can you express that the buildings in London are not as tall as those in New York?

• The buildings in London are as tall as those in New York.

• The buildings in London are not as tall as those in New York.

• The buildings in London are taller than those in New York.

• The buildings in London are the tallest.

What adjective is used in the example comparing the architecture of New York and London?

• Modern

• Tall

• Great

• Old

Which sentence shows a similarity using as-as comparison?

• The book is not as interesting as the movie.

• The architecture here is as great as the architecture in London.

• The restaurant is not as nice as the one we visited last week.

• The jumper is twice as cheap as yours.

What does the speaker hope about the movie adaptation of the book?

• It will be as good as the book.

• It will be longer than the book.

• It will have a different ending.

• It will be released next year.

How does the speaker describe the Italian restaurant compared to the one visited last week?

• It is more expensive.

• It is as nice as the other restaurant.

• It isn't as nice as the other restaurant.

• It is the best in town.

What is the effect of using the word 'twice' in the comparison of jumpers?

• It makes the comparison weaker.

• It adds emphasis to the comparison.

• It negates the comparison.

• It changes the subject of the comparison.

What is the speaker's opinion of Prague compared to other cities?

• Prague is not as historic as other cities.

• Prague is less beautiful than other cities.

• Prague is as beautiful as any city they've visited.

• Prague is the most beautiful city in the world.