Vocabulary Workshop Level B Unit 12 Answers

Direct and Indirect Objects - 6^th Grade Grammar

Introduction

In the study of grammar, understanding the function of various parts of speech is essential to developing a strong foundation in language skills. One important aspect of this is the identification and use of direct and indirect objects in a sentence. In 6th grade, students are introduced to the concept of direct and indirect objects and how they work within the structure of a sentence. Direct and indirect objects provide specific information about the action of a verb and help to clarify the meaning of a sentence. In this blog post, we will explore the role of direct and indirect objects in 6th-grade grammar, provide examples of their use, and offer tips for identifying and using them correctly. By understanding the function of these important components of language, students can strengthen their writing and communication skills, and improve their ability to express themselves clearly and effectively.

Direct and Indirect Objects

A direct object receives the action of the verb in a sentence and tells whom or what is affected by the verb’s action.

Examples:

        Anderson gave his dog a treat. 

        Grace handed her mother the notebook. 

        Jackie tossed me the basketball. 

        Ben played the class a recording. 

        The teacher taught the group the song.

An indirect object appears before the direct object and tells to whom or for whom the action is done.

Examples:

        Anderson gave his dog a treat.

        Grace handed her mother the notebook. 

        Jackie tossed me the basketball. 

        Ben played the class a recording. 

        The teacher taught the group the song.

Direct and Indirect Objects Activity

Choose whether the underlined word is a direct object, an indirect object, or an action verb.