TRI 3, WEEK 10 MONDAY BELLRINGER (DIRECT OBJECTS 3)

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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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How can you identify a direct object in a sentence?

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To identify a direct object, ask 'What?' or 'Whom?' after the action verb.

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In the sentence 'Jason finished his homework,' what is the direct object?

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homework

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Which two questions does a direct object answer?

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Who? What?

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Identify the direct object in the sentence: 'My parents gave me a present for my birthday.'

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present

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In the sentence 'Fatigue, pain, and huge waves challenge marathon swimmers,' what is the direct object?

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swimmers

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What is an action verb?

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An action verb expresses physical or mental action.

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In the sentence 'Before breakfast, I usually read the newspaper,' what is the action verb?

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read

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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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Can a sentence have more than one direct object?

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Yes, a sentence can have multiple direct objects.