Then vs. Than: Grade 4 Grammar Worksheet for Clear Communication

This Grade 4 worksheet is designed to clear up the common confusion between "then" and "than." It provides a focused, engaging way for students to master the difference between these two frequently misused words. The worksheet uses a variety of practical exercises to build a student's confidence in using "then" for time and sequence, and "than" for making comparisons. 

Why Mastering Then vs. Than Matters in Grammar? 

For Grade 4 learners, distinguishing between "then" and "than" is a key step toward writing and speaking with accuracy. This topic is important because: 
1. It eliminates a common grammatical error seen in both creative and academic writing. 
2. It sharpens a student's understanding of context, as the meaning of a sentence changes entirely based on which word is used. 
3. It builds a foundation for more complex sentence structures and clearer communication. 

What's Inside This Worksheet? 

This worksheet includes five varied and skill-building activities: 

Exercise 1 – True or False 
Students read sentences and decide if the usage of "then" or "than" is correct. This exercise quickly tests their initial understanding and attention to context. 

Exercise 2 – Multiple Choice Questions 
Students choose the correct word ("then" or "than") from two options to complete each sentence. This classic format reinforces the rules in a clear and straightforward way. 

Exercise 3 – Fill in the Blanks 
Students select the appropriate word from a given pair to complete a sentence. This activity moves beyond recognition to active application of the grammar rule. 

Exercise 4 – Underline and Rewrite 
Each sentence in this exercise contains an incorrect usage of "then" or "than." Students must identify the error and rewrite the sentence correctly, which builds essential editing skills. 

Exercise 5 – Paragraph Writing 
This final, comprehensive exercise presents a short story with blanks. Students must fill in each blank with the correct word ("then" or "than"), demonstrating their mastery in a contextual, real-world writing task. 

Answer Key 

Exercise 1 – True or False 
1. True 
2. True 
3. False (Mumbai is warmer than Delhi.) 
4. True 
5. False (I like doughnuts than ice cream.) 
6. True 
7. False (I read a book last night. Then I got hungry.) 
8. False (They ate pizza then went to bed.) 
9. True 
10. False (My sister is older than your sister.) 

Exercise 2 – Multiple Choice Questions 
1. b) than 
2. a) then 
3. a) then 
4. b) than 
5. a) then 
6. b) than 
7. a) then 
8. b) than 
9. a) then 
10. b) than 

Exercise 3 – Fill in the Blanks (Word from Page 6) 
1. than 
2. then 
3. then 
4. than 
5. then 
6. than 
7. then 
8. than 
9. then 
10. than 

Exercise 4 – Underline and Rewrite 
1. Meera is smarter than her classmates. 
2. If you need help, then call me. 
3. Neha was living in Mumbai then. 
4. This coffee is more bitter than I expected. 
5. First, add the sugar, then stir the mixture. 
6. She is a better dancer than I am. 
7. If that's the case, then we have a solution. 
8. He runs faster than anyone I know. 
9. We will meet again then. 
10. She is more confident than she used to be. 

Exercise 5 – Paragraph Writing 
Riya woke up early, and then she made her breakfast. She felt much better than yesterday. After getting dressed, she grabbed her bag and headed to school. On the way, she saw her friend Meera, who was running faster than she usually does. Riya joined her, and then they reached the bus stop, but the bus had already left. Then they decided to wait for the next bus, which came sooner than they expected. Then, the bus ride was shorter, and Riya felt more energetic. By the time they got off, it was still earlier than the previous day, so they were not late for the school.

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