Here's a breakdown:
* Direct Object: The direct object receives the action of the verb directly.
* Example: "She threw the ball." (The ball is the direct object because it's what she threw.)
* Indirect Object: The indirect object is the person or thing that benefits from the action of the verb.
* Example: "She threw the ball *to him*." (Him is the indirect object because he is the one who receives the ball.)
Key Points
* Indirect objects are usually found in sentences with verbs that indicate giving, showing, telling, or making something.
* They often come after the direct object and are usually preceded by a preposition like "to" or "for."
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