Question

The difference between “lie” and “lay” is that “lay” must be followed with a(n) _________.
A direct object
B transitive verb
C indirect object
D prepositional verb
Choose the best word to complete the following sentence: “I am going to (lie/lay) down on the couch and watch TV.”
A lie
B lay
Choose the best word to complete the following sentence: “(Lie/Lay) the picnic basket on the blanket.”
A Lie
B Lay
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Answer 1

1) A — direct object.

2) A — lie. ("Lie down" = recline; no object.)

3) B — Lay. ("Lay the picnic basket..." = put something down; requires an object.)