I. Introduction II. Properties of Double Object Constructions 1. Dative Shift and Thematic Roles 2. The Asymmetrical Relations of Two Objects III. Passive Movement 1. Passivization 2. Asymmetries in DOC Passivization 3. A Historical Overview of the Indirect Object IV. Method 1. Subjects 2. Materials and Procedure 3. Results and Discussion V. Conclusion Works Cited