Generic Make-Up Assignment #1 Passive to Active Voice

1. When she needed new shoes, another pair of sneakers was bought by her.

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2. The party was enjoyed by all the guests.

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3. Narcissus was loved by Echo.

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4. The mayor was reelected for a third term by his enthusiastic supporters.

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5. Your pencil was broken by me.

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6. Was your car fixed by John? (question)

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7. My bicycle has been fixed by Sally. (present perfect)

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8. Has your homework been finished by you? (present perfect question)

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Review of Active and Passive Voice

For each passive voice sentence below, write the truncated passive voice and the active voice.

Example:

1. Atticus is called a bad name by Francis.

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2. Scout’s knuckle is split to the bone by Francis’s front teeth.

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3. Scout is spanked by Uncle Jack.