Pointing Something Out
This, That, These, Those
Use 'this' in the singular for one object or a noncount noun for something that is at hand, or 'here' - close to you.
This is the procedure to stop a check.
This investment provided minimal returns.
Use 'these' for a plural number of objects that are at hand, or 'here' - close to you.
I bought these broker recommended preferred stocks back in the boom years.
These forms here are for the payment order you already worked on.
Use 'that' in the singular for one object or a noncount noun for something that is over there, or far from you.
That trust company is located in New York.
Shelly asked if she could have a copy of that share issue notice.
Use 'those' for a plural number of objects that are over there, or far from you.
Those lending rates weren't available last week.
Those checks over there still need an endorsement.