Active vs Passive Voice: Key Concepts and Rules

The video tutorial explains the differences between active and passive voice in English grammar. It defines both voices, provides examples of sentences in each form, and highlights the benefits of using active voice for clearer and more direct communication. The tutorial concludes with a suggestion to subscribe for more English tutorials.

What does the subject do in an active voice sentence?

• The subject is mentioned after the verb.

• The subject is acted upon.

• The subject performs the action.

• The subject observes the action.

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CCSS.L.8.1B

CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

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In passive voice sentences, how is the subject involved?

• The subject acts.

• The subject is mentioned first.

• The subject is acted upon.

• The subject narrates the action.

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CCSS.L.8.1B

CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

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What is the role of the subject in a passive voice sentence?

• To narrate the story

• To observe the action

• To be acted upon

• To perform the action

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CCSS.L.8.1B

CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

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What distinguishes an active voice sentence from a passive voice sentence?

• The complexity of the vocabulary

• The use of action verbs

• The length of the sentence

• The placement of the subject

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CCSS.L.8.3A

CCSS.L.8.1B

CCSS.L.8.1D

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Which sentence is an example of passive voice?

• The kangaroo carries her baby in her pouch.

• Six shrimp were eaten by Harry at dinner.

• Some people raise sugar cane in Hawaii.

• Harry ate six shrimp at dinner.

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CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

CCSS.L.8.1B

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Which of the following sentences is in active voice?

• Sugar cane is raised by some people in Hawaii.

• Sue changed the flat tire.

• A movie is going to be watched by us tonight.

• The savanna is roamed by beautiful giraffes.

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CCSS.L.8.1B

CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

CCSS.L.2.1F

Why is active voice generally preferred over passive voice?

• It is more passive and indirect.

• It is clearer and more direct.

• It uses more complex vocabulary.

• It is more wordy and vague.

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CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

CCSS.L.8.1B

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In which context might passive voice be more appropriate?

• Writing a quick email

• Casual conversation

• Narrating a personal experience

• Formal or scientific writing

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CCSS.L.8.1B

CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

CCSS.L.2.1F

How does the active voice affect the clarity of a sentence?

• Makes it more ambiguous

• Makes it less direct

• Enhances its clarity

• Has no effect on clarity

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CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

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When is it beneficial to use passive voice in writing?

• When clarity is not a priority

• When the doer of the action is unknown or irrelevant

• When writing to friends

• When making a to-do list

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CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

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