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UNIT Verbs
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Transitive and Napoleon Bonaparte was one of the greatest
Intransitive generals of all time. He helped France conquer
Verbs much of Europe. However, many other
countries hated him because of his power.
Eventually, they were able to defeat
Napoleon. Afterward, Napoleon was
sent to the island of Saint Helena,
where he died without any power.
Grammar Explanation
Transitive verbs require a direct object for their meaning to be complete.
Subject Transitive Verb Direct Object Meaning
Jenny erased. the whiteboard. incomplete
Jenny erased complete
Gary told. a secret. incomplete
Gary told complete
Intransitive verbs do NOT require a direct object for their meaning to be complete.
Subject Intransitive Verb Direct Object Adverbial Meaning
Wendy slept. to school. complete
Peter walked complete
Some verbs can be transitive or intransitive, depending on the context.
Subject Verb Direct Object Adverbial Meaning
Doug moved (Transitive) the sofa. complete
Doug moved (Intransitive) to Singapore. complete
Kelly left (Transitive) her bag at home. complete
Kelly left (Intransitive) at 3:00. complete
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