Direct 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 in a sentence.

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

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The purpose of a direct object is to complete the meaning of a verb by indicating who or what is affected by the action.

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In the sentence 'She read the book,' what is the direct object?

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The direct object is 'the book.'

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How can you find the direct object in a sentence?

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To find the direct object, ask 'What?' or 'Whom?' after the verb.

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Identify the direct object in the sentence: 'He threw the ball.'

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The direct object is 'the ball.'

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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 indicates to whom or for whom the action is done.

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In the sentence 'They gave her a gift,' what is the direct object?

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The direct object is 'a gift.'

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Can a sentence have more than one direct object?

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Yes, a sentence can have multiple direct objects, as in 'She bought apples and oranges.'

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Identify the direct object in the sentence: 'The teacher explained the lesson.'

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The direct object is 'the lesson.'