Using Passive Voice to Emphasize Action in Writing

The video tutorial explains the difference between active and passive voice, emphasizing the use of passive voice when the actor is unknown or unimportant. It provides examples and exercises to help students practice converting active sentences to passive ones, particularly in contexts like scientific writing. The tutorial encourages students to use passive voice purposefully to enhance the sophistication of their writing.

What are some clues that indicate a sentence is in passive voice?

How can passive voice affect the tone of a piece of writing?

Reflect on a sentence you wrote. How could you revise it to use passive voice effectively?