Transitive Verbs Quiz

Transitive Verbs

Transitive verbs are action verbs that require a direct object, which is a noun or pronoun that receives the action of the verb. They pass the action from a doer to a receiver. This type of verb is commonly used to express an action that affects an object, such as "write," "speak," or "give."

Example:

• John wrote a letter.
• She spoke loudly.
• They gave the money to charity.

Transitive verbs can also be followed by an infinitive phrase, which starts with a to-infinitive. For instance, in the sentence "John wants to write a letter," "write" is a transitive verb that takes the direct object "a letter."

Transitive verbs can also be used in the passive voice, where the receiver of the action becomes the subject of the sentence. In the passive voice, the agent performing the action is often mentioned in a prepositional phrase.

Example:

• A letter was written by John.
• The money was given to charity.

Some common transitive verbs include:

• Buy
• Sell
• Eat
• Drink
• Write
• Speak
• Help
• Teach
• Listen
• Watch

Transitive verbs are essential in expressing actions and relationships between objects and their doers. They help convey the intended meaning and provide a clear understanding of the action taking place.