Question

select the correct answer.

how is the noun in bold letters used?

the salesperson sold students textbooks.

subject
direct object
indirect object
predicate nominative

Explanation:

Identify the verb type

Using the Action Verbs knowledge point, we analyze the main verb "sold." This verb expresses a physical or mental action performed by the subject.

Locate the action receiver

Using the Direct Object knowledge point, we ask "what" or "who" receives the action of the verb. The salesperson sold what? The salesperson sold "textbooks."

Analyze the noun function

Using the Noun Functions knowledge point, we determine that "textbooks" directly receives the action of the verb "sold." Therefore, "textbooks" functions as the direct object in this sentence.

Answer:

• Subject
• Direct object (Correct answer)
• Indirect object
• Predicate nominative