Week 3 - JSS1 English Language Past Questions and Answers - page 1
In active voice, the subject of the sentence ________ the action expressed by the verb.
Performs
In passive voice, the agent (the entity performing the action) may or may not be included in the sentence, and if included, it is often introduced with the preposition ________.
Passive voice emphasizes the ________of the action or the recipient of the action.
Action
Active voice generally provides clearer and more ________communication.
Straightforward
In the sentence "The meal was cooked by the chef," what is the subject?
In the sentence "She painted the picture," what is the verb form used in active voice?
Painted
The sentence "The lesson was explained by the teacher" is an example of ________voice.
Passive
The sentence "A letter was written by her" is an example of __________ voice.
Passive
Passive voice can be used to shift ________ or when the performer of the action is unknown or less important
Choose the correct form of the verb: "The cat ________ the mouse."
Chased
Was chased
Is chased
Has chased