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 * Active/Passive Voice Worksheet 2**

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Active and Passive Voice Sentences can be written or spoken in the active or passive voice. In the active voice, the subject of the sentence acts upon something or someone. In the passive voice, the subject is acted upon.

For example: Active Voice: The twister left a path of destruction. Passive Voice: A path of destruction was left by the twister.

Writers should usually use the active voice rather than the passive. It’s considered to be a more powerful and straightforward form of expression. The active voice also uses less words to convey the same message.

The following sentences are written in the passive voice. Rewrite them in the active voice. 1. Dale was chosen by Elissa to be her assistant.

2.This awful mess was made by your friends!

3. Everyone in need is helped by Larry.

4. You will be made well by this medicine!

5. Many inventions were created by Edison.

6. The article was written by my friend.

7. Many fine sites are hosted by Software Workshop.

8. Alicia was enraged by Earl’s sarcastic comments.

9. Tyler was assisted by Kevin and Vanessa.

10. Alethea was seen Christmas shopping at WalMart.