Direct and Indirect Objects

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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. It answers the question 'what?' or 'whom?' after the verb.

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What is an indirect object?

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An indirect object is a noun or pronoun that tells to whom or for whom the action of the verb is done. It usually comes between the verb and the direct object.

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

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friend

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Can a sentence have both a direct and an indirect object?

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Yes, a sentence can have both a direct and an indirect object.

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What is the role of the verb in a sentence with direct and indirect objects?

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The verb shows the action that is being performed, which relates to both the direct and indirect objects.

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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.

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Does this sentence have an indirect object? 'He sent a letter.'

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No.

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

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sandcastle

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What is the indirect object in this sentence: 'I told my brother a story.'

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brother