Distinguishing Transitive and Intransitive Verbs

The video tutorial explains the difference between transitive and intransitive verbs. Transitive verbs require a direct object to receive the action, while intransitive verbs do not. Examples are provided for both types, illustrating how they function in sentences. Some verbs can be both transitive and intransitive, depending on their usage in context.

What is the main characteristic of a transitive verb?

• It is followed by a direct object.

• It is never followed by an object.

• It is always followed by an adverb.

• It is always in the past tense.

Which of the following sentences contains a transitive verb?

• The dog barked.

• She ran quickly.

• Jessica sharpened the pencil.

• He slept soundly.

How can you identify a transitive verb in a sentence?

• By asking 'where' after the verb.

• By asking 'how' after the verb.

• By asking 'when' after the verb.

• By asking 'who' or 'what' after the verb.

Which of the following is an example of a transitive verb?

• The dog barked.

• I ate pizza.

• She ran fast.

• He slept.

What is the main characteristic of an intransitive verb?

• It is always followed by an adverb.

• It is always in the present tense.

• It is never followed by an object.

• It is always followed by a direct object.

Which of the following sentences contains an intransitive verb?

• He carried the bag.

• She sang a song.

• The dog barked.

• They bought new equipment.

How can you identify an intransitive verb in a sentence?

• By asking 'who' or 'what' after the verb and finding no answer.

• By asking 'where' after the verb.

• By asking 'when' after the verb.

• By asking 'how' after the verb.

Which of the following sentences contains a verb that can be both transitive and intransitive?

• He carried the bag.

• The dog barked.

• Larry tripped Alex.

• She sang inside the stadium.

In the sentence 'Larry tripped over a rock,' what type of verb is 'tripped'?

• Neither

• Intransitive

• Transitive

• Both transitive and intransitive

In the sentence 'They cheered the band,' what type of verb is 'cheered'?

• Neither

• Both transitive and intransitive

• Intransitive

• Transitive