4. Verbs with two Objects

A verb can have two objects – a person and a thing. Such a verb can have two possible passive voices. EXAMPLE: Active: The salesman shows Nick a new computer. / The salesman shows a new computer to Nick. Passive: Nick is shown a new computer. Passive: A new computer is shown to Nick. EXAMPLE: Active: We lent Bob some money. / We lent some money to Bob. Passive: Bob was lent some money. Passive: Some money was lent to Bob.