Fill in the blanks with "this" or "that" using the provided images.

Let's solve the task step by step.

The image is a worksheet designed to help learners practice using the demonstrative pronouns "this" and "that". At the top, there are two boxes:

- "this" — with a hand pointing to something close (near the speaker).
- "that" — with a hand pointing to something far away (from the speaker).

But in this worksheet, we’re not told which objects are close or far. However, based on the position of the hand icon next to each sentence, we can determine whether it’s “this” or “that.”

Key:

- If the hand is pointing toward the object and appears close, use "this".
- If the hand is pointing to the object but seems distant, use "that".

But here, all hands are shown pointing at the object, and since they are all drawn similarly, we need to look at context clues.

Actually, in these types of worksheets, the hand pointing directly at the object usually indicates "this" for nearby things. But since all are shown in the same way, the real clue may be the direction of the hand or placement.

Looking closely:

- The hand is on the left, pointing right toward the object.
- The object is to the right of the hand.
- Since the hand is pointing at the object, and it's not labeled as far, the intended usage is likely "this" for objects near the speaker.

But wait — the instructions say:
> Fill in the blanks with 'this' or 'that'.

And the examples at the top show:
- "this" → hand pointing to a basketball close
- "that" → hand pointing to a basketball far

So, "this" = near, "that" = far.

Now, looking at the worksheet:

Each sentence has:
- A blank
- A hand pointing to the right
- An object

All the hands are identical, so perhaps the relative position of the object is what matters?

But in this case, all objects are shown immediately to the right of the hand, suggesting they are close.

Wait — that doesn’t make sense. Maybe the hand itself represents the speaker’s perspective.

Let’s analyze each line:

1. ( ) is a pen. → Hand points to a pen (right).
→ Pen is near → this

2. ( ) is a ball. → Hand points to a soccer ball
→ Ball is near → this

3. ( ) is an apple. → Hand points to an apple
→ Apple is near → this

4. ( ) is a cat. → Hand points to a cat
→ Cat is near → this

5. ( ) is a car. → Hand points to a car
→ Car is near → this

6. ( ) is a doll. → Hand points to a doll
→ Doll is near → this

7. ( ) is a bike. → Hand points to a bike
→ Bike is near → this

But that would mean all are "this", which seems odd.

Wait — maybe the hand pointing is meant to represent "this", and if it were pointing away, it would be "that".

But in this case, all hands are pointing toward the object, meaning the object is in front of the speaker, hence "this".

However, let’s consider the standard convention in such worksheets:
- When the hand is pointing at the object and it's immediately adjacent, it's "this".
- If the object is further away, it's "that".

But here, all objects are drawn at similar distances from the hand.

So, unless there’s a visual cue like size or distance, the intended answer is likely based on the hand gesture.

But the key might be in the first row:

- "this" → hand pointing to a ball (close)
- "that" → hand pointing to a ball (far)

So, the difference is proximity.

But in the exercise, all objects are shown equally close.

Wait — actually, looking again, the hand is always pointing at the object, and the object is right next to it, so all should be "this".

But that seems too simple.

Alternatively, perhaps the hand pointing is "this", and if it were not pointing, it would be "that".

But no — all are pointing.

Another idea: Maybe the hand is the speaker’s hand, and the object is either near or far depending on its placement on the page?

But all are aligned similarly.

Wait — perhaps the hand is pointing to the object, so it's "this" because it's being indicated now.

In English grammar, "this" is used for something near, "that" for something farther.

But without spatial cues, we must rely on convention.

In most such worksheets, when the hand is pointing directly at the object, it's "this", even if the object is small.

So, the most logical conclusion is:

✔ All answers should be "this", because the hand is pointing to the object, indicating it is near.

But let’s double-check the image layout:

- Each sentence has: ( ) is a [object].
- Then a hand pointing to the right.
- Then the object (pen, ball, apple, etc.)

Since the hand is pointing at the object, and the object is next to it, it implies "this".

Therefore, the correct answers are:

1. (this) is a pen.
2. (this) is a ball.
3. (this) is an apple.
4. (this) is a cat.
5. (this) is a car.
6. (this) is a doll.
7. (this) is a bike.

But wait — is there any chance that some are "that"?

For example, if the object is smaller or drawn smaller, it might be interpreted as distant.

But no — size isn't a reliable cue.

Alternatively, perhaps the hand is pointing to the object, but the object is not near, but the hand is just showing direction.

But that contradicts standard teaching.

After reviewing similar worksheets, the intended answer is usually "this" when the hand is pointing at the object, regardless of actual distance in the drawing.

So, final answer:

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✔ Answers:

1. (this) is a pen.
2. (this) is a ball.
3. (this) is an apple.
4. (this) is a cat.
5. (this) is a car.
6. (this) is a doll.
7. (this) is a bike.

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🔍 Explanation:

- The hand is pointing directly at each object, indicating that the object is close to the speaker.
- In English, "this" is used for objects that are near the speaker.
- "That" is used for objects that are farther away.
- Since all objects are shown adjacent to the hand, they are considered near, so "this" is appropriate for all.

Thus, all blanks should be filled with "this".

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💡 Note: Some teachers might use "that" if the object is drawn further away, but in this case, the spacing is consistent, so "this" is the best choice.

✔ Final Answer: this for all seven sentences.