Passiv im Englischen: Online-Quiz für Klasse 10 Hauptschule

Question 1

How does the use of passive voice in scientific and academic writing contribute to its effectiveness?

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It contributes to objectivity by removing the agent (performer of an action) and emphasizing the action itself.

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It enhances the writer's personal perspective and emotional involvement in the text.

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It helps convey a sense of immediacy and directness to the readers.

Question 2

When is it appropriate to use passive voice in writing?

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Passive voice should be used sparingly, only when it serves a specific purpose.

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Passive voice should never be used.

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Passive voice can be used as much as desired.

Question 3

Which sentence demonstrates an impersonal construction in passive voice?

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It is said that the novel is captivating.

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The novel was read.

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The novel is being read.

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The novel was penned by a renowned author.

Question 4

Welches Satzglied ist im Satz 'Die WhatsApp-Nachricht wurde von allen Schülern gelesen' im Passiv?

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Objekt

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Subjekt

Question 5

Which option correctly transforms the sentence "The students wrote the essays" into passive voice?

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The essays were written by the students.

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The essays were writing by the students.

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The essays have been written by the students.

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The students were written the essays.

Question 6

Which past participle form correctly completes the sentence: The car ____ yesterday?

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repaired

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repair

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repairs

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repaird

Question 7

In news articles, why is the passive voice primarily used?

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To emphasize actions and events without specifying the doer.

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To convey a sense of formality and sophistication.

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To conceal the identities of those responsible.

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To indicate ongoing or habitual actions.

Question 8

How does the use of passive voice differ in fiction and journalistic writing?

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Fiction: suspense, distance; Journalism: objectivity, formality

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Journalism: action emphasis; Fiction: character emotions

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Fiction uses passive voice more frequently than journalism.

Question 9

Which irregular verb form is used in the passive voice sentence: "The old castle was ____ last summer"?

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visited

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visits

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visiting

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visitable

Question 10

In the passive voice sentence 'The car will be repaired tomorrow', which auxiliary verb is used?

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will be

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is

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are

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was

Question 11

When the irregular verb "write" is transformed into the passive voice, what changes occur in its spelling and pronunciation in the past participle form?

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Its spelling changes to "written" with a pronunciation change to /ˈrɪtn/.

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Its spelling changes to "writed" with no change in pronunciation.

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Its spelling and pronunciation remain unchanged.

Question 12

How do cultural factors affect the choice between active and passive voice in different languages? Give specific examples to support your answer.

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In some cultures, passive voice is preferred to show respect and avoid blaming anyone.

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Languages that focus on the subject may use active voice more to emphasize the person doing the action.

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The choice between active and passive voice is only based on grammar rules and has no cultural meaning.

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Passive voice is only used in formal writing in all cultures.

Question 13

Rewrite the sentence using the passive voice:

> The teacher explained the grammar topic.

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The grammar topic was explained by the teacher.

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The teacher had explained the grammar topic.

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The grammar topic is explained by the teacher.

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The teacher explains the grammar topic.

Question 14

Why is the passive voice used in the sentence: 'Driving while intoxicated is against the law'?

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To avoid mentioning a specific person or group responsible

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To highlight the importance of following the law

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To convey a sense of urgency or warning

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To present information in a scientific or objective manner

Question 15

How does culture affect the use of passive voice?

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Passive voice is used more often in cultures that value politeness and respect.

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Cultural norms and values do not influence passive voice usage across languages.

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The formality of a situation does not affect the use of passive voice.

Question 16

In the literary sentence, “The museum's grand hall is being renovated with meticulous care,” the primary purpose of using the passive voice is to:

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Distance the reader from the action and highlight the process

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Create a sense of mystery and anticipation

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Emphasize the historical significance of the museum

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Convey the urgency and importance of the renovation

Question 17

How can the passive voice be effectively used to influence or enhance emotions in a text?

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By strategically emphasizing or concealing the agent of an action, the passive voice manipulates emotions.

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By making events and actions sound less impactful, the passive voice diminishes emotions.

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The passive voice intensifies emotions by creating a more personal and relatable tone.

Question 18

Identify the sentence that is written in the passive voice:

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English is studied by the students.

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The students are studying English.

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The English teacher teaches the students.

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The students are reading a book.

Question 19

What is the passive voice form of the sentence 'The teacher gives us a test'?

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We are given a test by the teacher.

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The teacher is given a test by us.

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We give a test to the teacher.

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The teacher gives a test to us.

Question 20

Identify the passive voice form of 'The police arrested the suspect':

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The suspect was arrested by the police.

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The police were arrested by the suspect.

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The suspect arrested the police.

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The police was arrested by the suspect.

Question 21

In the sentence 'The book was read by the student', who or what is the agent?

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Student

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Book

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Read

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Was

Question 22

When is using the passive voice considered unethical?

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When it hides who is responsible for an action or decision.

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When it makes a sentence sound more formal.

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When it describes a scientific experiment.

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When it avoids using the first person.

Question 23

Which sentence below is written in the passive voice?

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The test is being written by the students.

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The students write a test.

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The teacher has corrected the test.

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The students have finished the test.

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a rule for forming the passive voice?

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Include the subject of the active voice sentence.

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Use the past participle of the main verb.

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Use the appropriate form of "to be".

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Place the object of the active voice sentence as the subject of the passive voice sentence.

Question 25

Which preposition is used to indicate the agent in the passive voice?

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by

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with

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from

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to

Question 26

Which sentence below is in the passive voice and has the agent expressed?

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The car was washed by my brother.

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The cake was baked.

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The report has been submitted.

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The flowers were arranged beautifully.

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a type of passive voice structure?

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Conditional passive

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Simple passive

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Progressive passive

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Perfect passive

Question 28

Which sentence below is in the conditional passive voice?

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The report would be submitted by Friday.

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The car was washed by my brother.

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The flowers have been arranged beautifully.

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The cake is being baked in the oven.

Question 29

In the sentence 'The cake was eaten by the children,' the passive voice creates ambiguity about who performed the action. Rewrite the sentence using an active voice construction.

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The children ate the cake.

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The children consumed the cake.

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The children were eating the cake.

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The children devoured the cake.

Question 30

How does the use of passive voice in online interactions influence the way people present themselves online?

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Passive voice helps users maintain privacy and anonymity by concealing the identity of the agent.

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Passive voice enables users to take ownership of their actions and express their views directly.

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Passive voice promotes confrontational and accusatory language by clearly identifying the responsible party.

Question 31

When using the passive voice in cross-cultural communication, what is crucial to keep in mind?

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Cultural context

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Language complexity

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Individual preferences

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Regional variations

Question 32

Which sentence is in the **passive voice** in the **past perfect tense**?

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The homework had been finished by the students.

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The students have finished their homework.

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The students' homework was finished.

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The homework will have been finished by tomorrow.

Question 33

Which topic is NOT included in our current unit on the Passive Voice?

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Using the passive voice to emphasize the object

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Forming the passive voice

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Using the passive voice in different tenses

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Changing sentences from active to passive voice

Question 34

In legal contracts, the use of passive voice can impact the allocation of responsibilities and liability. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using passive constructions in legal agreements.

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The use of passive voice in legal contracts has both benefits and drawbacks and should be used carefully.

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Passive voice should always be used in legal contracts to avoid assigning blame.

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Passive voice can help reduce liability for all parties involved in a legal contract.

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Passive voice should never be used in legal contracts because it can lead to confusion and misinterpretation.

Question 35

Which sentence is in the passive voice and states a general fact?

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Grammar is studied by students.

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Students study grammar.

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The teacher explained the passive voice.

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They wrote the book in 1867.

Question 36

How does the use of passive voice help reduce the emotional or psychological impact of information in sensitive or challenging situations?

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Passive voice allows us to leave out who did the action, which can make it less personal and less likely to cause offense.

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Passive voice makes the object of the sentence more important, which can increase the emotional impact.

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Passive voice takes away all emotional or psychological impact by removing the human element.

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Passive voice has no effect on the emotional or psychological impact of information.

Question 37

Select the correct passive voice form of the sentence: "The teacher taught the lesson."

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The lesson was taught by the teacher.

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The teacher was taught the lesson.

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The lesson has been taught by the teacher.

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The teacher has taught the lesson.

Question 38

Which tense is used in the passive voice sentence: "The report has been written."?

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Present Perfect

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Simple Present

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Past Simple

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Future Simple

Question 39

Which preposition is used in the passive voice sentence: "The house was built ___ my grandfather."?

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by

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for

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to

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with

Question 40

Which of the following sentences is grammatically incorrect?

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The painting is being painted by the artist.

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The car was stolen yesterday.

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The report has been written and submitted.

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The new policy will be implemented by the company.

Question 41

Which sentence effectively demonstrates the use of the passive voice to describe a process?

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The car is being washed by the owner.

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The paper was written by the student.

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The book was read by the child.

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The project is completed.

Question 42

Which of the following is the correct passive form of the sentence: "The teacher teaches English."?

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English is taught by the teacher.

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English is teaching by the teacher.

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The teacher is taught English.

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The teacher is teaching English.

Question 43

In the passive voice, which tense form is used to express an action that was completed in the past?

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Past perfect tense

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Simple present tense

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Simple past tense

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Present perfect tense

Question 44

What is the agent in the following sentence: "The book was written by a famous author."?

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A famous author

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The book

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Was written

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By

Question 45

What is the passive form of the sentence: "They will start the project next week."?

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The project will be started by them next week.

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The project will start by them next week.

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They will start to be started next week.

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The project will have been started by them next week.

Question 46

Which of the following is a correct usage of the passive voice?

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The students were asked to write an essay.

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The essay was written to the students.

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The teacher writes the essays.

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The essays write themselves.

Question 47

In the passive voice, which verb form is used to express an action that is ongoing or habitual?

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Present continuous tense

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Simple present tense

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Simple past tense

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Present perfect tense

Question 48

Which of the following is NOT a reason to use the passive voice?

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To make the sentence sound more complex.

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To emphasize the action rather than the doer.

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To make the sentence more formal.

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To avoid using the agent when it is unknown or unimportant.

Question 49

What is the passive form of the sentence: "I saw a movie last night."?

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A movie was seen by me last night.

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I was seen a movie last night.

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A movie was seen last night.

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Last night I was seen a movie.

Question 50

Which sentence is in the passive voice?

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The door is opened by the janitor.

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The janitor opens the door.

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Someone is opening the door.

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The door opens easily.

Question 51

What is the correct passive form of 'The teacher graded the exam.'?

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The exam was graded by the teacher.

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The exam was graded by him.

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The teacher has graded the exam.

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The exam has been graded.

Question 52

Which tense is used in the following passive sentence: 'The flowers were being watered.'?

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Past continuous

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Simple past

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Present perfect continuous

Question 53

What is the agent in the passive sentence 'The painting was created by Vincent van Gogh.'?

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Vincent van Gogh

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Was

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The painting

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Created

Question 54

Which of the following is an example of a passive voice sentence with a prepositional phrase?

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The homework was submitted on time.

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The book was read.

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The door was opened.

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The car was washed.

Question 55

What is the difference between 'The letter was written' and 'The letter was written by John.'?

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The first sentence does not specify the agent, while the second sentence does.

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The first sentence is in the active voice, while the second sentence is in the passive voice.

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The first sentence is in the past tense, while the second sentence is in the present tense.

Question 56

Which of the following sentences is NOT in the passive voice?

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I enjoy reading.

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The car was washed by my brother.

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The window was broken.

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The book is being read by him.

Question 57

Which of the following sentences is a passive voice sentence that expresses a sense of urgency?

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The report needs to be submitted by tomorrow.

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The cake was eaten by the children.

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The car was washed by my brother.

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The letter was written by my father.

Question 58

Which sentence is written in the passive voice?

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The letter was written by John.

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The letter was wrote by John.

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John wrote the letter.

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John has written the letter.

Question 59

Which form of the verb 'to be' is used in the passive voice?

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Is, are, was, were

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Have, has, had

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Can, could, may

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Do, does, did

Question 60

What is the past participle of the verb 'to eat'?

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Eaten

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Eating

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Eated

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Eat

Question 61

Which sentence is NOT in the passive voice?

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I am reading a book.

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The book is being read by me.

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The car was repaired by the mechanic.

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The house was built in 1900.

Question 62

What is the passive voice of 'The students are writing a test'?

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A test is being written by the students.

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A test is wrote by the students.

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The students have written a test.

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The test is being wrote by the students.

Question 63

What is the passive voice of 'The teacher is explaining the lesson'?

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The lesson is being explained by the teacher.

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The lesson is being explaining by the teacher.

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The teacher has explained the lesson.

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The lesson is explained by the teacher.

Question 64

Identify the sentence that is written in the passive voice.

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The homework was completed by the students.

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The students completed the homework.

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Completing the homework was a challenge.

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The homework is challenging.