Transitive and Intransitive Verbs

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What is a transitive verb?

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A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object to complete its meaning.

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CCSS.L.2.6

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What is an intransitive verb?

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An intransitive verb is a verb that does not require a direct object to complete its meaning.

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CCSS.L.2.6

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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 transitive verb.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

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

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The direct object is 'the mouse.'

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CCSS.L.3.1A

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Identify the direct object in the sentence: 'She wrote a letter.'

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The direct object is 'a letter.'

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CCSS.L.3.1A

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Identify the verb in the sentence: 'He runs every morning.' Is it transitive or intransitive?

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The verb 'runs' is intransitive.

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CCSS.L.2.6

CCSS.L.3.1A

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Identify the verb in the sentence: 'They built a house.' Is it transitive or intransitive?

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The verb 'built' is transitive.

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CCSS.L.2.6

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What is the role of a direct object in a sentence?

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The direct object receives the action of the verb and answers the question 'what?' or 'whom?' after the verb.

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Can a verb be both transitive and intransitive? Give an example.

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Yes, some verbs can be both. For example, 'He runs fast.' (intransitive) vs. 'He runs a marathon.' (transitive).

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CCSS.L.2.6

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.8.1A

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What is the difference between transitive and intransitive verbs?

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Transitive verbs require a direct object, while intransitive verbs do not.

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CCSS.L.2.6

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.8.1A