Test1

Rewrite the sentences in Active voice.

1The computer is used by Patrick. Patrick uses the computer.

2This book was written by an Irishman. An Irishman wrote this book.

3The child was hit by a car. A car hit the child.

4The telephone was invented by Alexander Graham Bell. |Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone.

5Coffee is sold by Marie. Marie sells coffee.

6The president was elected by the people. The people elected the president.

Are the sentences written in Active or Passive voices

1. These cars are produced in Italy. Passive voice
2. They often read e-mails. Active voice
3. Bingo is played in Britain. Passive voice
4. French is spoken in Niger. Passive voice
5. They are listening to their music. Active voice
6. Steven likes to play baseball. Active voice

Rewrite the sentences in Passive voice.

1. My friend bought a new car.
   A new car was bought.
2. The dog did not bite the cat.
   The cat was not bitten.
3. The mechanic repairs cars.
   Cars are repaired.
4. The electricians test the fire alarm.
   The fire alarm is tested.
5. Make correct passive phrases. Mind the tenses in brackets