Understanding CODs and COIs in English

Introduction

• Instructor: Eden
• Topic: CODs (Direct Object Complement) and COIs (Indirect Object Complement)

Basic Structure of a Verbal Sentence

• A verbal sentence comprises:
  • Subject
  • Verb
  • Complement
• Focus today: The Complement

Direct Objects (COD)

• COD Definition: Direct Object Complement
• Function: Answers the question "What?"
• Characteristics:
  • Not introduced by a preposition
  • The verb is termed "transitive direct"

Example Sentences

1. The cat eats the mouse
   • "The mouse" is the COD
   • Direct link to the verb without a preposition
2. Who is Archer looking for?
   • "His brother" is the COD
   • Direct link to the verb

Indirect Objects (COI)

• COI Definition: Indirect Object Complement
• Function: Answers the questions "To whom?" or "To what?"
• Characteristics: Introduced by a preposition (either "to" or "of")

Example Sentences

1. Marie talks to her sister
   • "To her sister" is the COI
2. Lucie talks about her house
   • "About her house" is the COI

Importance of CODs and COIs

• Essential for understanding French grammar and conjugation
• Relevant for conjugating verbs in the passé composé
• Helps in determining if the past participle agrees with the object or not

Conclusion

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