This and That Grammar worksheets with answers
This or that? Write “this” or “that” under the pictures.
In this activity, students practice the use of this and that. Students pay attention to the pictures. The worksheet has an answer key.
Use of “This” and “That” in the English Language
| Usage | Example | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| This | This book is interesting. | Used to refer to something that is close in proximity or something that is happening now. |
| I like this song. | ||
| This is my friend, Sarah. | ||
| Can you pass me this pen? | ||
| That | That movie was amazing. | Used to refer to something that is distant in proximity or something that happened earlier. |
| Who is that person standing over there? | ||
| I remember that day vividly. | ||
| Can you hand me that book on the shelf? |
Explanation:
- This: “This” is used to refer to something that is close in proximity or something that is happening now. It is often used when the speaker is physically close to the object or when talking about something in the present moment.
- Example: “This book is interesting.” (Referring to a book that is nearby or currently being discussed.)
- That: “That” is used to refer to something that is distant in proximity or something that happened earlier. It is often used when the speaker is physically far from the object or when talking about something in the past.
- Example: “That movie was amazing.” (Referring to a movie that was watched earlier or is not nearby.)