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Sort the sentences based on whether they use active voice or passive voice:
We like to study biology. = Active I bought a new bike. = Active The poem was written by Jo. = Passive Pandas are found in China. = Passive
Which statement best explains why a writer might revise the second sentence to use passive voice rather than active voice?
Which revision to the second sentence of the passage changes active voice to passive voice?
Sort the sentences based on whether they contain an infinitive:
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Which sentences contain split infinitives? Check all that apply.
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Which revision makes the sentence stronger and clearer? 'I hope to tomorrow finish my science project.'
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Which sentence best emphasizes the idea that one should eat a good breakfast before school every single day?
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Identify the preposition in the sentence: 'The life jackets are stored below the deck.'
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Which sentence must be revised to eliminate the preposition at the end?
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How could a writer best revise the sentence: 'Cassidy does not know for which course she will register.'
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Which sentences are written in passive voice? Check all that apply.
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How should the writer revise the second sentence to use passive voice? 'A movie studio will release this exciting new film tomorrow.'
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Study Notes
Active vs. Passive Voice
- Active voice emphasizes the subject performing the action, e.g., "We like to study biology."
- Passive voice highlights the action received by the subject, e.g., "The poem was written by Jo."
- A sentence can shift from active to passive for various reasons including emphasis on the action rather than the doer.
Revising for Voice
- Writers may choose passive voice to obscure the doer's identity or when the doer is unknown, e.g., a writer might omit an artist's name to focus on the mural itself.
Infinitives and Their Usage
- Infinitives are formed with "to" plus the base form of a verb, e.g., "to hike" or "to worry."
- Examples without infinitives include direct actions, e.g., "Kaya sent an e-mail."
Identifying Split Infinitives
- Split infinitives occur when an adverb is inserted between "to" and the verb, e.g., "to quickly finish."
- Sentences with split infinitives include "I hope to quickly finish the worksheets."
Sentence Clarity and Strength
- Stronger sentences convey ideas more clearly; for example, "I hope to finish my science project tomorrow" is clearer than "I hope to tomorrow finish my science project."
- Attention to adverb placement improves sentence construction and clarity.
Emphasis and Structure
- Sentence structure can affect emphasis; placing "always" before "Mom says" strengthens the routine idea in "Mom says that it is best to always eat a good breakfast before school."
Prepositions in Sentences
- Prepositions link nouns or pronouns to other words in a sentence.
- Identifying prepositions improves sentence comprehension, e.g., "The life jackets are stored below the deck."
Avoiding Prepositional Endings
- Some sentences could be improved by eliminating terminal prepositions, e.g., "I don't know where Carlos is staying" is better than "I don't know where Carlos is staying at."
Formal vs. Informal Language
- Using straightforward language enhances readability; "Cassidy does not know which course she will register for" is less formal than "for which course she will register."
Recognizing Passive Voice
- Passive voice is used to show that the subject receives the action, e.g., "That book was written by one of my favorite authors."
- Identifying passive voice helps in understanding the focus of the sentence.
Passive Voice Revision
- Revisions can shift focus to the action itself, e.g., changing "A movie studio will release this exciting new film tomorrow" to "This exciting new film will be released tomorrow."
Rationale for Revisions
- Revisions of sentences may be aimed at emphasizing certain aspects, such as the subject receiving the action over the doer, enhancing the overall clarity and impact of the message.
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Description
This quiz focuses on distinguishing between active and passive voice in sentences. Participants will sort examples and consider reasons a writer might choose one voice over the other. Perfect for students looking to refine their writing skills.
