15 Questions
What is the main difference between active and passive voice?
The subject performs or receives the action of the verb
Which of the following sentences is an example of active voice?
Sandy ran for the office a few years ago.
What is the verb form used in passive voice sentences?
Verb + past participle
What is the role of the subject in a passive voice sentence?
The receiver of the action
Which sentence is NOT an example of active voice?
The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam was translated by E.Fitzgerald.
What is the main difference between active and passive voice?
The role that the subject plays in a sentence
What is the verb structure in a passive voice?
A form of the verb to be + the past participle of the verb
When is it recommended to use passive voice?
In diplomatic and political writing to avoid mentioning the doer of the action
How do you change a sentence from passive voice to active voice?
By switching the subject and object, and adjusting the verb accordingly
Why is active voice preferred in most writings?
Because it is clearer, less wordy, and easier to read
What is the first step in changing a sentence from active to passive voice?
Identify the subject, verb, and object of the sentence
What happens to the object in a sentence when changing to passive voice?
It can be completely crossed out or preceded by 'by' at the end of the sentence
What agrees with the new subject in passive voice?
The verb 'be' in the correct tense
What is written after the verb 'be' in passive voice?
The past participle of the verb
What determines the form of the verb 'be' in passive voice?
The plurality of the new subject
Understand the difference between active and passive voice in sentences. Learn how to identify and use both forms correctly in your writing and communication. Test your knowledge with this quiz!
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