Indirect objects and object complements 2

Click on the correct description of the underlined word groups: an indirect object followed by a direct object or a direct object followed by an object complement.

For help with this exercise, see Verbs, objects, and complements.

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undefined. Henry reluctantly handed the mugger his wallet.
◯ Indirect object + direct object
◯ Direct object + object complement
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undefined. Doing crossword puzzles keeps your mind sharp.
◯ Indirect object + direct object
◯ Direct object + object complement
Indirect objects and object complements 2 – 2

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undefined. Even after living with us for ten years, my grandfather never considered our house his home.
◯ Indirect object + direct object
◯ Direct object + object complement
Indirect objects and object complements 2 – 3

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undefined. Lucy’s instructor gave her a B+ on her research paper.
◯ Indirect object + direct object
◯ Direct object + object complement
Indirect objects and object complements 2 – 4

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undefined. Improper storage can make the best wine undrinkable.
◯ Indirect object + direct object
◯ Direct object + object complement
Indirect objects and object complements 2 – 5

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undefined. Although the show was sold out, Eric was able to save me a seat.
◯ Indirect object + direct object
◯ Direct object + object complement
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undefined. To avoid strain on a relationship, never loan a friend money.
◯ Indirect object + direct object
◯ Direct object + object complement
Indirect objects and object complements 2 – 7

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undefined. Natural talent and sheer determination made Billie Jean King a champion.
◯ Indirect object + direct object
◯ Direct object + object complement
Indirect objects and object complements 2 – 8

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undefined. The guilty verdict brought the victim’s family some closure.
◯ Indirect object + direct object
◯ Direct object + object complement
Indirect objects and object complements 2 – 9

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undefined. Most scientists no longer consider Pluto a planet.
◯ Indirect object + direct object
◯ Direct object + object complement
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