Active and Passive Voice

_______ voice is used when the subject performs the action of the verb. (subject, verb, object)

_______ voice is used when the subject receives the action of the verb. In other words, the object is presented first in the sentence. (objective, verb, subject)

The greasers have greasy hair.

• active voice

• passive voice

Jean jackets are worn by the greasers.

• active voice

• passive voice

The Socs drive a blue Mustang.

• active voice

• passive voice

The rumble was won by the greasers.

• active voice

• passive voice

The essays were graded by Ms. Germann.

• active voice

• passive voice

Mr. Compagnone coaches the soccer team.

• active voice

• passive voice

The National Anthem was performed at the football game.

• active voice

• passive voice

An award was given to the student with the highest average in the class.

• active voice

• passive voice