Direct and Indirect Objects (Correct Version)

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What is a direct object?

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A direct object is a noun or pronoun that receives the action of a verb in a sentence. It answers the question 'what?' or 'whom?' after the verb.

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Identify the direct object in this sentence: 'The cat chased the mouse.'

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mouse

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What is an indirect object?

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An indirect object is a noun or pronoun that indicates to whom or for whom the action of the verb is performed. It answers the question 'to whom?' or 'for whom?' after the verb.

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Identify the indirect object in this sentence: 'She gave her friend a gift.'

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friend

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What is the subject of a sentence?

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The subject of a sentence is the person, place, thing, or idea that is doing or being something. It tells us who or what the sentence is about.

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Identify the subject in this sentence: 'The dog barked loudly.'

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dog

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How can you find the direct object in a sentence?

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To find the direct object, locate the verb and ask 'what?' or 'whom?' after the verb.

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Identify the direct object in this sentence: 'They built a sandcastle.'

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sandcastle

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What is the difference between a direct object and an indirect object?

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A direct object receives the action of the verb, while an indirect object tells to whom or for whom the action is done.

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Rewrite this sentence to include an indirect object: 'The teacher explained the lesson.'

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The teacher explained the lesson to the students.