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Direct and indirect objects

January 22, 2014 -

The direct object is the receiver of the action mentioned in the sentence. John hit the ball. (Direct object: the ball) Be careful to distinguish… Continue reading

To, in order to, so as to

January 21, 2014 -

Compare the two sentences given below. I went to his office to meet him. I went to his office in order to meet him. Although… Continue reading

Using where and wherever

January 20, 2014 -

The word where has several uses. It can be used as a question adverb. In this case it introduces a direct or indirect question. Where… Continue reading

Building sentences with adverb clauses

January 19, 2014 -

Let us practice building sentences with adverb clauses. An adverb clause serves the same function as an adverb. Adverbs are words used to modify verbs.… Continue reading

Grammar exercise: about, of, on and off

January 18, 2014 -

Complete the following sentences using an appropriate preposition. Answers 1. Did you hear about the explosion at the mall? 2. That song reminds me of… Continue reading