Active/Passive Voice

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What is the definition of active voice?

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Active voice is a sentence structure where the subject performs the action of the verb, making the sentence more direct and vigorous.

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What is the definition of passive voice?

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Passive voice is a sentence structure where the subject receives the action of the verb, often leading to less direct and less engaging sentences.

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How can you identify a sentence in passive voice?

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A sentence is often in passive voice if it includes a form of the verb 'to be' followed by a past participle, and the doer of the action may be introduced by 'by'.

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Convert the following sentence to active voice: 'The book was read by the student.'

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The student read the book.

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What is the main difference between active and passive voice?

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The main difference is that in active voice, the subject performs the action, while in passive voice, the subject receives the action.

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Provide an example of a sentence in active voice.

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The dog chased the ball.

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Provide an example of a sentence in passive voice.

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The ball was chased by the dog.

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What is a common mistake when converting passive sentences to active voice?

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A common mistake is to change the meaning of the sentence or to omit important information about the subject.

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Why is it generally preferred to use active voice in writing?

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Active voice is preferred because it is usually clearer, more concise, and more engaging for the reader.

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What is the role of the subject in an active voice sentence?

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In an active voice sentence, the subject is the doer of the action.