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

Clarifying the Difference Between Then and Than

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6th - 10th Grade
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Mia Campbell
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They sound similar.
They have similar meanings.
They are used in the same contexts.
They are spelled similarly.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main use of 'then' in a sentence?
To introduce a comparison
To express conditions
To indicate a sequence in time
To describe characteristics
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence correctly uses 'then'?
She is taller then him.
I will go to the store, then home.
He is smarter then she is.
This is more than I expected.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the function of 'than' in a sentence?
To introduce a consequence
To indicate a specific time
To compare two or more things
To describe a sequence of events
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence correctly uses 'than'?
She is happier then ever.
We will eat and than play.
I would rather go than stay.
He arrived earlier then expected.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How should you practice using 'then' and 'than' according to the video?
By reading a book
By listening to more examples
By watching the video again
By writing sentences in the comments
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To get notifications for new lessons
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