Causative Verbs

adultELA30 min

Learning Objective

I can use causative verbs to describe how someone or something causes an action.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

12 min

How to Use MAKE, HAVE, LET, & GET as Causative Verbs | Complete English Grammar Lesson & QUIZ πŸ“š πŸ˜€

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Guided Notes

6 min

Key concepts students will learn:

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    The causative verb "make" implies force or authority, where someone has no choice but to do something.

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    The causative verb "let" means to give permission for someone to do something.

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    With "get" as a causative verb, you have to persuade or convince someone to do something, often requiring negotiation.

Practice

10 min

3 questions β€’ Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

β€œComplete the sentence using a causative verb: My boss ______ me finish the report by Friday. (fill in the blank with either makes, has, gets, or lets)”

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