Lesson Content
Warm-Up Question:
Is learning English harder than other subjects in school? Explain.
Listening in Context:
I’d rather stay home and watch a movie than go out tonight. First, I’ll order some pizza, and then I’ll pick a good comedy to relax. So, what about you?
Definitions:
Than: Used to compare two things.
– She runs faster than I do.
– He is stronger than his teammates.
– I’d rather walk than drive.
Then: Refers to time or sequence; can also mean “in that case.”
– First we ate, and then we watched a movie.
– We finished dinner, and then we went for ice cream.
– If you’re hungry, then we should eat.
How to Remember Which Is Which:
Than = Has an A just like “compAre”
Then = Has an E like “timE”
Than is for comparing who’s faster, and then is for what you do after you win.
Let’s Practice:
Teacher Resources: Grammar Infographic
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