Labeling Action Verbs

Front

An action verb is transitive if it directs action toward someone or something.

Back

True

Front

An action verb is intransitive if it does not direct action toward someone or something.

Back

True

Front

Janet studied hard for the test.

Back

Intransitive

Front

My mother studied Latin in high school.

Back

Transitive

Front

All scout troops marched in the parade.

Back

Intransitive

Front

Chef prepared spectacular desserts.

Back

Transitive

Front

The cowhand swung his lariat high above his head.

Back

Transitive

Front

Prairie dogs tunnel underground.

Back

Intransitive

Front

Divided the rest of the cake among us.

Back

Transitive

Front

Train departed station late.

Back

Transitive