Comparisons Flashcards
1
Q
What is the difference between “like” and “as?”
A
Like = compare nouns (NEVER put a clause or prep phrase after)
As = compare clauses
2
Q
What are the many uses of the word “as?”
A
1) As X as (comparing clauses)
(…as spicy as…)
2) Prep phrase (modifying clauses)
(…worked as a consultant for…)
3) Conjunction (connecting clauses)
(…looked down at phone as he crossed the street)
4) Idioms
- X such as/Such X as (….items such as/….such items as)
- So as to (…made up excuse so as to…)
- As vs. than (….higher….than…. is correct)
