A direct object is a noun, pronoun or group of words serving as the receiving end of an action. So in this case,
Settlers (answer!)
This should be the answer as settlers are at the receiving end of the protection from the judge! :)
The last step is D, because after you find it and look into it you need to do it so that you know it is right.
"<span>Quebec city, Quebec" 'city' should be capitalized. </span>
Answer:
Yes it is a Gerund Sentence.
Explanation:
It's made up of the gerund running and the direct object marathons.
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