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Understanding Verbs: Tense, Voice, and Mood — Quiz

Question 9 • English 2

Which sentences use the passive voice? Choose two correct answers.

Answer
A
That paper was written by Jeremy last night.
B
Marielle doesn't like the texture of avocadoes.
C
The apples have been picked by farm workers.
D
Yael climbed up the tree as fast as she could.
E
Alyson wants to read the next novel in the series.

Explanation

Passive voice occurs when the subject receives the action, often using a form of “be” followed by a past participle. In “That paper was written by Jeremy,” the paper receives the action of writing; in “The apples have been picked by farm workers,” the apples receive the action of picking. The other sentences describe subjects doing or feeling the action, so they are active voice.

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