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Verbs 2

Learn transitive and intransitive verbs for 11 Plus English: spot the object, choose correct patterns, and write clearer sentences.

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Fascinating Fact:

Transitive verbs take an object: She kicked the ball. Intransitive do not: He slept. Some switch roles: She reads. She reads books.

In 11 Plus English, this verbs quiz explores transitive and intransitive patterns. You’ll identify subjects and objects, choose suitable verb structures, and improve sentence control in your writing.

Key Terms

Transitive verb: A verb that needs an object to complete its meaning, for example build in They built a bridge.
Intransitive verb: A verb that does not take an object, for example arrived in She arrived.
Object: The noun or pronoun that receives the action of a transitive verb, for example the ball in He kicked the ball.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

How can I tell if a verb is transitive or intransitive?

Ask “what?” or “whom?” after the verb. If an answer fits, the verb is transitive. If not, it is intransitive. Example: She sang (intransitive).

Can the same verb be both transitive and intransitive?

Yes. Many verbs switch roles by context: They run (intransitive). They run a shop (transitive, object = a shop).

Why does transitive vs intransitive matter in the 11 Plus?

It helps you choose correct grammar, avoid fragments, and write precise sentences that score higher for clarity and control.

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What are the three parts of the verb 'eat'?

eat-ate-eaten

eat-eated-eten

eat-eats-eated

eat-ated-eaten

Learn this verb - it's used a lot!

2 .

What are the three parts of the verb 'have'?

have-has-had

have-haved-had

have-had-had

have-haves-had

This verb is important because it is also used as an auxiliary/helping verb in the present and past perfect tenses: 'I haven't known him long'; 'Had you seen him?'

3 .

What are the three parts of the verb 'do'?

do-did-done

do-does-did

do-done-did

do-does-dosed

This verb is important because it is also used as an auxiliary/helping verb in the present and past simple tenses: 'I don't know him'; 'Did you see him?'

4 .

What are the three parts of the verb 'lie' (as in lie down)?

lie-lies-lied

lie-lay-lain

lie-lied-lied

lie-layed-layed

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5 .

What are the three parts of the verb 'choose'?

choose-chose-chosen

choose-choose-choosed

chose-chooses-choosed

chose-chose-chosed

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6 .

What are the three parts of the verb 'lose'?

lose-lost-losted

lose-loses-lost

loose-lost-lost

lose-lost-lost

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7 .

What are the three parts of the verb 'cost'?

cost-costs-costed

cost-costs-cost

cost-costed-costed

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8 .

What are the three parts of the verb 'drink'?

drink-drunk-drank

drink-drunk-drunk

drink-drank-drunk

drink-drank-drank

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9 .

What are the three parts of the verb 'run'?

run-ran-run

run-run-ran

run-run-run

run-ran-ran

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10 .

What are the three parts of the verb 'be'?

be-is-was/were

be-was/were-been

be-is/are-was/were

be-is/are/were

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Author: Frank Evans (Specialist 11 Plus Teacher and Tutor)