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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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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Give an example of a transitive verb in a sentence.

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She kicked the ball.

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Give an example of an intransitive verb in a sentence.

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He sleeps.

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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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Can a sentence have both a transitive and an intransitive verb?

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Yes, a sentence can contain both types of verbs.

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What is 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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What is the direct object in the sentence: 'She laughed'?

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There is no direct object.

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True or False: Every sentence has a direct object.

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False.

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What do transitive verbs require to complete their meaning?

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Transitive verbs require a direct object.