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What is the general form of the passive voice?

Object + have + V ed/V3 + by + Subject

Object + to be + V ed/V3 + by + Subject

Subject + have + V ed/V3 + by + Object

Subject + to be + V ed/V3 + by + Object (correct)

In which situation is the passive voice preferred?

When the subject is performing the action directly.

When it is important to identify the performer of the action.

When the subject is unknown and unimportant.

When the action itself is important, not the performer. (correct)

Which of the following is an appropriate passive voice transformation for: 'They produce most gadgets in Asia'?

Most gadgets were produced in Asia.

Most gadgets are produced in Asia. (correct)

Most gadgets is produced in Asia.

Most gadgets have been produced in Asia.

When is it appropriate to use passive voice according to general rules?

<p>When the performance of the action is unknown.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'fraud' refer to?

<p>The crime of tricking people to obtain money.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Passive Voice General Form

Subject + to be verb + past participle (-ed/-3rd form) + by + object

When to Use Passive Voice

When the performer of the action is unimportant, focusing on the action itself.
- Example: "Most gadgets are produced in Asia." (Focus on Asia, not the specific producer)
When the performer of the action is unknown.
- Example: "My sister's bike was stolen yesterday." (The thief is unknown.)

New Words and Definitions

Claim: To state something as true (e.g., to the police).
Predict: To state a future event.
Withdrawal Limits: Maximum money allowed from an account.
Gang: A group of people working together on illegal activities.
Sentenced: Officially given a punishment for a crime.
Recover: To get something back (e.g., money).
Invent: To create something for the first time.
Turn out: To happen in a specific way.
Convince: To persuade someone to believe or do something.
Fraud: Tricking people to gain money illegally.

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This quiz covers the general form and usage of passive voice in English. Focus on key definitions and examples to understand when to use passive structures effectively. Test your knowledge on recognizing the importance of the action over the actor.