Transitive and Intransitive Verbs Lesson 7 What are Transitive Verbs? Transitive verb verbs are action verbs that have an object to receive that action. In the first sentence below, the direct object ball …

When you search a phrasal verb, it will give you each meaning and tell you if it is transitive or intransitive. You will need to look at the examples to figure out if transitive verbs are separable or …

Test for Intransitive Verbs You can recognize a sentence with an intransitive verb because it cannot be rewritten into passive voice. (See our handout on the passive voice.) For example, the sentence …

What is an intransitive verb? An intransitive verb is not followed by a direct object. The baby cried. In this example, the baby is the subject, and cried is the verb. This verb is intransitive because it does not …

Recognize an intransitive verb when you find one. An intransitive verb has two characteristics. First, it is an action verb, expressing a doable activity like arrive, go, lie, sneeze, sit, die, etc. Second, unlike a …

Here are some verbs which can be used as either transitive or intransitive verbs. Write two sentences for each verb, using it with and without a direct object. Watched, moved, play, smells. 1. Johnny rides …

Transitive and Intransitive Verbs Practice Exercise 1 Directions: Decide whet. er the underlined verb . ve. We napped in the shade. transitive intr. d Consuela on the shoulder. trans. ave the cell phone to …