In the previous two High English quizzes, we studied what constitutes sentences in active and passive voices. We also looked at instances where active and passive voices are used. We also learnt how to identify a sentence in passive or active voice. In this quiz we take a look at sentences in the passive voice in the present tense.
Sentences in general are in active voice as the subject performing the action is usually more important than the object on which the action is performed. In some cases, we find that we want to emphasise the object or thing receiving the action and, therefore, we use the passive voice. We find passive voice sentences in scientific and academic writing as they need to be objective. We can also use the passive form if we do not know who is performing the action or if we do not want to mention the person who is performing the action.