Question

Hey there! Can someone help please?

When will Lena tell HIM the truth?

What kind of complement is indicated by the bolded word? (HIM)
A: direct object
B: indirect object
C: predicate nominative
D: object complement

I want to say either A or B but I'm not sure :C
I want to say A because I think the direct object is HIM because, Lena will tell who the truth? Tell HIM the truth
But then I want to say B because, Lena will tell whom the truth? Tell HIM the truth
So I'm not sure which one is right or if I'm even close XC please someone help me ;-(

Answer 1

I believe it's an indirect object because HIM does not name a name. If it had said Axel, then that would be a direct object.