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 dietary restriction is necessary for health.
This point-of-sale terminal is closed.
Use 'these' for a plural number of objects that are at hand, or 'here' - close to you.
I brought these pork chops to the barbeque.
I examined these frying pans for the production center.
Use 'that' in the singular for one object or a noncount noun for something that is over there, or far from you.
That advertiser focuses on signs at sports venues.
That report is mistaken about the operating cost.
Use 'those' for a plural number of objects that are over there, or far from you.
Those realtors offer time-share agreements.
Are those food purveyors meeting all health requirements?