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Understanding Causative Verbs Have, Get, Let , and Make

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In the English language, there exists a category of verbs known as causative verbs, used to indicate that someone causes or allows another person to perform an action. Four commonly used causative verbs are "have," "get," "let," and "make." This article will delve into each causative verb, involving their usage, distinctions between them, and examples of their application in sentences.


1. Have:

The verb "have" is employed to instruct or request someone to perform an action. Typically, the subject using the causative verb "have" is the one giving instructions.

Examples:

- She had her car washed yesterday. (She instructed someone to wash her car yesterday.)

- I'm going to have my hair cut this weekend. (I will request someone to cut my hair this weekend.)


2. Get:

The causative verb "get" is used to express that someone influences or persuades another person to do something. The difference from "have" lies in the lower level of authority.

Examples:

- He got his brother to help him move. (He persuaded his brother to assist him in moving.)

- She got her friend to teach her how to play the guitar. (She asked her friend to teach her how to play the guitar.)


3. Let:

The verb "let" is utilized to grant permission or allow someone to do something. It reflects the action of giving freedom to another person to perform an action.

Examples:

- They let their children play in the park. (They allowed their children to play in the park.)

- The teacher let the students use calculators during the exam. (The teacher permitted the students to use calculators during the exam.)


4. Make:

The causative verb "make" is employed to state that someone forces or ensures that another person performs an action. It emphasizes a stronger influence or control.

Examples:

- The coach made the team practice for hours. (The coach compelled the team to practice for hours.)

- The rain made us cancel the outdoor event. (The rain forced us to cancel the outdoor event.)

Conclusion:

Causative verbs "have," "get," "let," and "make" impart different nuances in expressing how someone influences or allows another person to take an action. Understanding the nuances of each causative verb can enhance English communication skills and enrich grammatical comprehension. Through the provided examples, it is hoped that readers can easily grasp how to use these causative verbs in various contexts.

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1. What does the causative verb "have" primarily indicate?

   a. Permission  

   b. Influence  

   c. Compulsion  

   d. Freedom  

   e. Assistance  


   Jawaban: c. Compulsion


2. Which causative verb emphasizes a lower level of authority in influencing someone to perform an action?

   a. Have  

   b. Get  

   c. Let  

   d. Make  

   e. Encourage  


   Jawaban: b. Get


3. In which sentence is the causative verb "let" used to grant permission?

   a. She let her dog out for a walk.  

   b. They let their children play in the park.  

   c. He let his friend borrow his car.  

   d. The teacher let the students use calculators during the exam.  

   e. I let my brother fix the computer.  


   Jawaban: b. They let their children play in the park.


4. Which causative verb is associated with a stronger influence or control, implying a more forceful action?

   a. Have  

   b. Get  

   c. Let  

   d. Make  

   e. Permit  


   Jawaban: d. Make


5. What does the sentence "She got her sister to bake a cake" imply?

   a. She permitted her sister to bake a cake.  

   b. She influenced her sister to bake a cake.  

   c. She forced her sister to bake a cake.  

   d. She requested her sister to bake a cake.  

   e. She allowed her sister to bake a cake.  


   Jawaban: b. She influenced her sister to bake a cake.


6. In which sentence is the causative verb "make" used to indicate compulsion or force?

   a. I had my car serviced last week.  

   b. They made their decision after a lengthy discussion.  

   c. The teacher let the students take a break.  

   d. She got her friend to help with the project.  

   e. He made his son apologize for the mistake.  


   Jawaban: e. He made his son apologize for the mistake.


7. Which causative verb is commonly associated with requesting or instructing someone to perform an action?

   a. Let  

   b. Get  

   c. Have  

   d. Allow  

   e. Encourage  


   Jawaban: c. Have


8. What is the primary meaning of the causative verb "let"?

   a. Influence  

   b. Permission  

   c. Compulsion  

   d. Request  

   e. Control  


   Jawaban: b. Permission


9. In which sentence is the causative verb "get" used to indicate persuasion or influence?

   a. I let my sister use my laptop.  

   b. She had her room cleaned by a professional.  

   c. He got his team to win the championship.  

   d. They let their children watch TV before bedtime.  

   e. The manager made the employees work overtime.  


   Jawaban: c. He got his team to win the championship.


10. Which causative verb is associated with allowing or permitting someone to perform an action?

    a. Have  

    b. Get  

    c. Let  

    d. Make  

    e. Force  


    Jawaban: c. Let

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