Comparisons
The following structures are used in saying that things are similar to or different from each other.
as + adjective / adverb + as
- According to some researchers the Kindle seems to be as popular now as books.
- The effect of the Kindle has not been as/so detrimental to reading habits as once forecast.
as + adjective + a / an noun + as
- The iPhone seems as obvious a necessity as a laptop was a few years ago.
such + a / an noun + as
- The rise of computer classes and electronic gadgets has not had such a negative effect on learning as some people predicted.
as + clause
- Many educators at first voiced concern that movies, TV and computer games in the classroom would destroy learning, as many parents also voiced concern.
Inversion can be used with an auxiliary verb:
- Many educators at first voiced concern that movies,TV and computer games in the classroom would destroy learning, as did many parents.
As / Like
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