Active and Passive Voice in Writing

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What is the main difference between active and passive voice?

In active voice, the subject is not mentioned, while in passive voice, the subject performs the verb's action.

Passive voice is more commonly used in informal writing, whereas active voice is used in formal writing.

Active voice is used for questions, while passive voice is used for statements.

The subject performs the verb's action in active voice, while in passive voice, the subject is acted upon. (correct)

Which of the following sentences is written in active voice?

'The cake was baked by my grandma.'

'The student submitted the assignment.' (correct)

'The car was driven by John.'

'She was awarded a scholarship.'

In the sentence, 'Please be good while staying with your grandparents,' the use of 'be' represents which mood?

Indicative mood

Conditional mood

Subjunctive mood (correct)

Imperative mood

How can a sentence be changed from active voice to passive voice?

By ensuring the subject is acted upon by the verb. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the subjunctive mood in the sentence, 'The lawyer requested that her client be treated fairly'?

To express a wish or request Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences is a correct example of passive voice?

'The book was read by him.' Signup and view all the answers

How can the sentence 'If Josh were more experienced, he will be able to help us' be corrected to maintain consistent mood?

If Josh were more experienced, he would be able to help us. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to avoid unnecessary shifts in verb voice or mood in writing?

To ensure proper grammar usage and maintain consistency for reader comprehension. Signup and view all the answers

What type of mood shift occurs in the sentence 'Arrive early, but will you be attending the meeting?'

From imperative to indicative Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences correctly uses the subjunctive for a hypothetical situation?

'If he were older, he would understand.' Signup and view all the answers

What is a direct object in a sentence?

It receives the action of a transitive verb. Signup and view all the answers

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

Because 'live' is an intransitive verb. Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided in a sentence with multiple verbs?

Shifting from active to passive voice and vice versa Signup and view all the answers

When is it generally preferable to use the active voice over the passive voice?

When sentences need to flow more smoothly and be easier to understand Signup and view all the answers

What is the imperative mood used for?

To give a command or make a request Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

What is the main difference between active and passive voice?

Which of the following sentences is written in active voice?

In the sentence, 'Please be good while staying with your grandparents,' the use of 'be' represents which mood?

How can a sentence be changed from active voice to passive voice?

What is the purpose of using the subjunctive mood in the sentence, 'The lawyer requested that her client be treated fairly'?

Which of the following sentences is a correct example of passive voice?

How can the sentence 'If Josh were more experienced, he will be able to help us' be corrected to maintain consistent mood?

Why is it important to avoid unnecessary shifts in verb voice or mood in writing?

What type of mood shift occurs in the sentence 'Arrive early, but will you be attending the meeting?'

Which of the following sentences correctly uses the subjunctive for a hypothetical situation?

What is a direct object in a sentence?

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

What should be avoided in a sentence with multiple verbs?

When is it generally preferable to use the active voice over the passive voice?

What is the imperative mood used for?

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