Active vs. Passive Voice

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What is the definition of active voice?

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Active voice is a sentence structure where the subject performs the action of the verb. For example, 'The dog chased the cat.'

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What is the definition of passive voice?

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Passive voice is a sentence structure where the subject receives the action of the verb. For example, 'The cat was chased by the dog.'

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How can you identify an active voice sentence?

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An active voice sentence typically has a clear subject performing an action, often following the structure: Subject + Verb + Object.

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How can you identify a passive voice sentence?

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A passive voice sentence often includes a form of 'to be' and the past participle of the verb, with the doer of the action sometimes omitted.

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What is an example of converting a passive voice sentence to active voice?

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Passive: 'The book was read by Maria.' Active: 'Maria read the book.'

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Why is active voice preferred in writing?

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Active voice is preferred because it makes sentences clearer, more direct, and often more engaging for the reader.

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What is a common mistake when using passive voice?

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A common mistake is overusing passive voice, which can make writing seem weak or unclear.

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What is the effect of using strong verbs in active voice?

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Using strong verbs in active voice enhances the vividness and clarity of writing, making it more impactful.

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What is an example of a sentence in passive voice?

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'The cookies were baked by my grandmother.'

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What is an example of a sentence in active voice?

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'My grandmother baked the cookies.'