Mastering the Complex ObjectOnline version Test your knowledge on complex objects in English grammar! by Марина 1 What is a complex object in English grammar? a A simple noun phrase. b A direct object only. c An object that includes a noun and an infinitive. d A compound sentence. 2 Which of the following is an example of a complex object? a I see him. b I want him to leave. c He is leaving. d I want him. 3 In the sentence 'She made him cry', what is the complex object? a cry. b him cry. c She made. d him. 4 Which verb commonly takes a complex object? a advise. b run. c eat. d jump. 5 What is the structure of a complex object? a Noun + to + base form of the verb. b Noun + verb + noun. c Verb + noun + adjective. d Noun + adjective + verb. 6 Identify the complex object: 'They expect us to win.' a to win. b us to win. c win. d They expect. 7 Which sentence contains a complex object? a She helps me. b She wants me to help her. c She wants help. d I want to help. 8 What is the role of the infinitive in a complex object? a It is an adverbial phrase. b It completes the meaning of the object. c It modifies the verb. d It acts as a subject. 9 Which of the following verbs does NOT typically use a complex object? a want. b sleep. c tell. d ask. 10 In the phrase 'I saw him leave', is it a complex object? a It's a direct object. b Yes, it is. c No, it's a simple object. d It's a compound object.
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