Active vs Passive Voice in English Grammar

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What is the active voice in a sentence?

The subject is acted upon by the action
The subject is the doer of the action (correct)
The verb describes an emotional state
The verb describes a passive event

Which voice indicates that the subject is no longer active but passive?

Passive voice (correct)
Active voice
Voice of verbs
Subjective voice

How is the passive voice different from the active voice?

In the passive voice, the subject is acted upon. (correct)
In the passive voice, the noun is always singular.
In the passive voice, there are always multiple actions happening.
In the passive voice, the subject is the doer of the action.

What does 'active' mean in terms of active and passive voice?

Performing actions (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to grasp the concept of active and passive voice?

To know how actions are performed in a sentence (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the common feature of sentences in active voice?

'-ing' at the end of verbs (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the active voice and the passive voice?

The active voice focuses on the doer of the action, while the passive voice focuses on the receiver of the action. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following prefixes is commonly used to change the meaning of a word?

Prefixes (A) Signup and view all the answers

In the sentence 'Devi gave Shanthi a gift,' which voice is being used?

Active voice (A) Signup and view all the answers

When should passive voice be used instead of active voice?

When the doer of the action is undetermined or less important. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does the active voice differ from the passive voice in terms of requiring a linking verb?

The active voice requires a linking verb, while the passive voice does not. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes how prefixes are utilized in changing word meanings?

Prefixes are attached to the beginning of words to change their meanings. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using reported or Indirect Speech in English?

To change the tense of the words spoken (A) Signup and view all the answers

In converting Direct to Indirect Speech, what should be done with the reporting verb?

It should determine the tense of the Indirect Speech (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the function of an adjective in a sentence?

To describe or provide more information about a noun (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to understand Direct and Indirect Speech tenses rules?

To ensure proper sentence structure (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which step is necessary when converting Direct to Indirect Speech involving a change in time and location?

Change the position and time to match the actual speaker's location and time (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which part of speech can be used to alter or enhance the meaning of a noun in a sentence?

Adjective (C) Signup and view all the answers