Remember the difference between an indirect object and a
prepositional phrase?
We do not use the word "to" with an indirect
object. Although "to" maybe looked at as an indirect object, it
is a prepositional phrase. Look at the two sentences below.
Hank gave John the ball.
Hank gave the ball to John.
Both sentences mean the same thing. However, the
first sentence uses "John" as an indirect object, while the
second sentence uses "to John" as a prepositional phrase.
When you look for indirect objects, be careful of
prepositional phrases.
Type the indirect object or the
prepositional phrase in the blank below.
John bought Jill candy.
Mom gave money to Kevin.
The doctor prescribed Mac pills.
The nurse changed sheets on the bed.
The captain flew the plane into the storm.
The President ordered troops home.
The Mexican government sent President Bush gifts.
The pastor gave Julie hope.
The American government sent money to Israel.
The florist sent Annette roses.
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