An indirect object is really a prepositional phrase in which the
preposition to or for is not stated but understood. It tells to
whom or for whom something is done. The indirect object always comes
between the verb and the direct object.
Example:
She gave me a gift. (indirect object)
She gave to me a gift. (prepositional phrase)
The indirect
object always modifies the verb. It may have modifiers and be compound. It
is used with verbs such as give, tell, send, get, buy, show, build, do, make,
save, and read.
Example:
She sent the man and me a
gift. (indirect object)
She gave to the man and to me a gift. (prepositional phrases)
Instructions: Rewrite the
following sentences so each has an indirect object.
1. I asked an important question of
my mother.
2. Grandpa read the nursery rhymes to
the grandchildren.
3. She bought a new dress for
herself.
4. He did a great favor for the whole
town.
5. The artist showed his most famous
painting to the viewers.
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Answers:
1. I asked my mother an important question.
2. Grandpa read the grandchildren the nursery rhymes.
3. She bought herself a new dress.
4. He did the whole town a great favor.
5. The artist showed the viewers his most famous painting.
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