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What defines the active voice in a sentence?
What defines the active voice in a sentence?
- The action takes place in the past.
- The subject is affected by the action.
- The subject performs the action. (correct)
- The action is performed by an external factor.
Which of the following sentences demonstrates an active voice structure?
Which of the following sentences demonstrates an active voice structure?
- Interesting proposals were presented by the candidate.
- The candidate was nominated for the award.
- Proposals were discussed in the meeting.
- The committee reviewed the candidate's proposals. (correct)
In which scenario does the subject act as both agent and patient?
In which scenario does the subject act as both agent and patient?
- The gardener both planted and tended to the flowers. (correct)
- The candidate received praise for their proposals.
- The actor performed well in the play.
- The teacher gave the student an assignment.
Which option correctly identifies the subject in the sentence: 'The candidate presented interesting proposals.'?
Which option correctly identifies the subject in the sentence: 'The candidate presented interesting proposals.'?
Which description incorrectly characterizes the subject in a sentence with active voice?
Which description incorrectly characterizes the subject in a sentence with active voice?
Qual das opções descreve corretamente a função do sujeito na voz ativa?
Qual das opções descreve corretamente a função do sujeito na voz ativa?
Em uma frase na voz ativa, como é caracterizado o relacionamento entre o sujeito e o verbo?
Em uma frase na voz ativa, como é caracterizado o relacionamento entre o sujeito e o verbo?
Na frase 'O candidato apresentou propostas interessantes', qual é o papel do 'candidato'?
Na frase 'O candidato apresentou propostas interessantes', qual é o papel do 'candidato'?
O que caracteriza uma frase em voz ativa em contraste com a voz passiva?
O que caracteriza uma frase em voz ativa em contraste com a voz passiva?
Qual das frases a seguir está corretamente formulada na voz ativa?
Qual das frases a seguir está corretamente formulada na voz ativa?
Flashcards
Active Voice
Active Voice
The subject performs the action of the verb.
Subject
Subject
The noun or pronoun that performs or receives the action of the verb.
Agent
Agent
The subject performing an action or role.
Verb
Verb
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Example of active voice
Example of active voice
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Voz Ativa
Voz Ativa
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Sujeito na Voz Ativa
Sujeito na Voz Ativa
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Exemplo de Voz Ativa
Exemplo de Voz Ativa
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Voz Ativa e Passiva
Voz Ativa e Passiva
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Study Notes
Subject-Verb Relationship
- Subject can be the agent of the verb's action
- Subject can be the recipient of the verb's action (patient)
- Subject can be both agent and patient
Active Voice
- Subject performs the verb's action
- Example: The candidate presented interesting proposals.
- Candidate: agent of the action
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Test your understanding of subject-verb relationships in sentences. This quiz covers the roles of the subject as agent and patient, as well as active voice examples. Improve your grasp of grammar concepts through practical examples and questions.