Lesson 11 Exercise Title: Understanding and Using Passive Voice
Subtitle: Lesson 11 Exercise
Presented by: Fatima
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Convert the sentences:

1. The teacher corrects the tests.

2. They will build the new bridge.

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Answers

1. The teacher corrects the tests.
  The tests are corrected by the teacher.

2. They will build the new bridge.
  The new bridge will be built.

Identify when passive voice is appropriate:

Which sentence is better in passive voice?

1. The scientists discovered a new planet.

2. A new planet was discovered by the scientists.

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Answer

2. is more formal and focuses on the discovery.

1. Convert the following active sentences into passive voice. Share your answers with a partner or group.

Active Sentences:

The company launched a new product.
They are repairing the road.
The chef has prepared the meal.

2. Write a short news report using passive voice. Focus on recent events, using different tenses.

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1. Example Answers:

A new product was launched by the company.
The road is being repaired.
The meal has been prepared by the chef.

2. Example Report:

A new law was passed by the government last week. The changes will be implemented in the coming months. It is expected that the new regulations will be followed by all companies.