Knowledge check: Active and passive voice

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In active voice, what does the subject do?

Back

The subject performs the action.

Front

In passive voice, what does the subject do?

Back

The subject receives the action.

Front

Identify the sentence that uses active voice: 'We dressed in traditional clothes for the party.' or 'Sara's robe and headband were made by her aunt.'

Back

We dressed in traditional clothes for the party.

Front

Convert to active voice: 'The students' questions are answered by the teacher.'

Back

The teacher answers the students' questions.

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Is the sentence 'Eighth graders are always eating snacks.' in active or passive voice?

Back

Active Voice.

Front

What is the main characteristic of active voice?

Back

The subject of the sentence performs the action.

Front

What is the main characteristic of passive voice?

Back

The subject of the sentence receives the action.

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Provide an example of a sentence in passive voice.

Back

The book was read by the student.

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Provide an example of a sentence in active voice.

Back

The dog chased the ball.

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What is the structure of a passive voice sentence?

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Subject + form of 'to be' + past participle + (by + agent).