Object Complement Modifier Guide
Object Complement Modifier Guide
1. OBJECT
b) Indirect Object: Receives the direct object. Tells to whom or for whom.
Example: He gave me a gift. ("me" = indirect object, "a gift" = direct object)
2. COMPLEMENT
A complement completes the meaning of a verb, especially linking verbs like be, seem, become.
Example: They elected him president. ("president" = object complement for "him")
3. MODIFIER
A modifier gives more information about another word. Modifiers can be adjectives, adverbs,
phrases, or clauses.
c) Phrase Modifier
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