Passive Vs. Active Voice In Essays Quiz
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Active voice is when the subject of the sentence comes BEFORE the action
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This quiz assesses understanding of active and passive voice in English essays. It tests the ability to identify and use the appropriate voice for conciseness and clarity in writing, enhancing essential English composition skills.
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Which type of voice should you USUALLY try to use when writing an English essay?
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Passive voice
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Active voice
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Present tense voice
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T-Pain's autotune voice
Correct Answer
A. Active voiceExplanation
Active voice is usually preferred when writing an English essay because it makes the writing more direct, concise, and engaging. In active voice, the subject of the sentence performs the action, which creates a clear and straightforward sentence structure. It also allows for a stronger connection between the writer and the reader, as it conveys a sense of confidence and authority. Using active voice helps to avoid ambiguity and passive constructions that can make the writing less clear and less impactful.Rate this question:
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Select the passive sentences...
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I took the test.
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Mr. Hiner graded essays.
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Lunch was served by the cafeteria workers.
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The school bus drove down the road.
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Books were signed out by the librarians.
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A. Lunch was served by the cafeteria workers.
A. Books were signed out by the librarians.Explanation
The correct answer is "Lunch was served by the cafeteria workers." and "Books were signed out by the librarians." These sentences are in the passive voice because the subjects (lunch and books) are receiving the action (being served and signed out) rather than performing the action themselves. In passive sentences, the object of the action becomes the subject of the sentence, and the doer of the action is often introduced with the preposition "by".Rate this question:
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"The Blade" is finishing writing an exposé on student teachers stealing the best staff parking lot spots (shhh)... If Mrs. Hiner says she needs the article to be shorter, should editors try to change sentences to a more passive voice or a more active voice?
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Passive voice because it is more concise
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Passive voice because it is less concise
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Active voice because it is more concise
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Active voice because it is less concise
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A. Active voice because it is more conciseExplanation
Editors should try to change sentences to a more active voice because it is more concise. Active voice sentences are generally shorter and more direct, making the writing more concise and to the point. This is beneficial when trying to shorten an article.Rate this question:
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If I wanted to describe what Mr. M did today, I would say... ________ gave ________ a hard test.
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Mr. M, M, MrM, Mr.M, Mr. Martignetti
the class, us, me, period 1, period 3 - 6.
Type 2 examples of sentences (about whatever!) written in a passive voice, then re-write them with an active voice.
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Feb 11, 2020Quiz Created by
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