Active and Passive Voice in Writing
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What is the main reason why writers should avoid switching between active and passive voice in an essay or research paper?

  • To create a sense of suspense
  • To avoid confusing the reader (correct)
  • To confuse the reader
  • To add variety to the writing style

    • Which of the following sentences is written in passive voice?

  • Mary fed the kitten.
  • The kitten was fed by Mary. (correct)
  • Mischievous monkeys live in the jungle.
  • The jungle is home to mischievous monkeys.

    • What is a requirement for changing a sentence from active to passive voice?

  • The sentence must contain a direct object (correct)
  • The sentence must contain an adjective
  • The sentence must contain a subject
  • The sentence must contain a verb

    • What is the voice of a verb when the subject is acted upon by the verb's action?

    <p>Passive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a sudden shift in verb voice or mood in writing?

    <p>The reader becomes confused</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the subjunctive mood in a sentence like 'I wouldn't go there if I were you'?

    <p>To express a wish or desire that is possible but isn't currently happening</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the sentence 'If Josh were more experienced, he will be able to help us' incorrect?

    <p>It shifts from the subjunctive mood to the indicative mood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct way to rewrite the sentence 'If Josh were more experienced, he will be able to help us'?

    <p>If Josh were more experienced, he would be able to help us</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the problem with the sentence 'Arrive early, but will you be attending the meeting?'

    <p>It shifts from the imperative mood to the indicative mood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the sentence 'Arrive early, but will you be attending the meeting?' be corrected?

    <p>By changing it to 'Arrive early to the meeting'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a direct object in a sentence?

    <p>To receive the action of a transitive verb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why can't the sentence 'Mischievous monkeys live in the jungle' be changed to passive voice?

    <p>Because 'live' is an intransitive verb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general preference when it comes to using active or passive voice in writing?

    <p>Use active voice for clarity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When might the passive voice be a better choice in writing?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the imperative mood in a sentence?

    <p>To give a command or make a request</p> Signup and view all the answers

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