1.
Which of the following sentences is written in passive voice?
Correct Answer
C. The state exam was passed by over half of the students who took it.
Explanation
The sentence "The state exam was passed by over half of the students who took it" is written in passive voice because the subject (the state exam) is receiving the action (being passed) rather than performing the action. The focus is on the students who took the exam, rather than on who or what passed the exam.
2.
Which of the following sentences is written in active voice?
Correct Answer
D. The director and his advisors have written new guidelines.
Explanation
The sentence "The director and his advisors have written new guidelines" is written in active voice because the subject (the director and his advisors) is performing the action (writing new guidelines).
3.
Which sentence demonstrates passive voice?
Correct Answer
A. Two boys were seen near the gym yesterday.
Explanation
The sentence "Two boys were seen near the gym yesterday" demonstrates passive voice because the subject (two boys) is receiving the action (being seen) rather than performing the action themselves.
4.
Which sentence is written in active voice?
Correct Answer
B. All tourists must carry a passport.
Explanation
The sentence "All tourists must carry a passport" is written in active voice because the subject (tourists) is performing the action (carry).
5.
Which sentence is written in passive voice?
Correct Answer
C. The game was won in the last thirty seconds.
Explanation
The sentence "The game was won in the last thirty seconds" is written in passive voice because the subject (the game) is receiving the action (being won) rather than performing the action.
6.
Which sentence is written in passive voice?
Correct Answer
A. Egyptian pHaraohs were honored by their people.
Explanation
The sentence "Egyptian pharaohs were honored by their people" is written in passive voice because the subject (Egyptian pharaohs) is being acted upon (honored) by the object (their people).
7.
Which sentence is written in passive voice?
Correct Answer
A. The desk was held together with wire and promises.
Explanation
The sentence "The desk was held together with wire and promises" is written in passive voice because the subject of the sentence (the desk) is receiving the action (being held together) rather than performing the action. The sentence does not specify who is holding the desk together, which is a characteristic of passive voice.
8.
1 NASCAR driver Bobby Allison entered his first car race while still in high school. 2 He has had eight-four victories over his career, which included three Daytona 500 wins. 3 His long racing career made him a celebrity. 4 He was named one of the top fifty greatest NASCAR drivers.
Which sentence is written in passive voice?
Correct Answer
D. 4
Explanation
Sentence 4 is written in passive voice because the subject "He" is receiving the action "was named" rather than performing the action.
9.
Which sentence is written in active voice?
Correct Answer
D. Did anyone meet her at the station?
Explanation
The sentence "Did anyone meet her at the station?" is written in active voice because the subject ("anyone") is performing the action ("meet") on the object ("her").
10.
1 George Washington Gale Ferris began his career in the railroad industry and then pursued an interest in bridge building. 2 Ferris realized that there was a growing need for structural steel in America. 3 G.W.G. Ferris & Co. was founded to test and inspect metals for railroads and bridge builders. 4 Only later did Ferris gain fame as the inventor of the famous wheel.
If Sara wants to maintain active voice in her text above, which sentence needs to be revised?
Correct Answer
C. 3
Explanation
Sentence 3 needs to be revised in order to maintain active voice in the text.
11.
I am visited by Lily.
Correct Answer
Lily visits me.
Explanation
The given correct answer is "Lily visits me." This answer is correct because it maintains the subject-verb-object structure and correctly uses the present tense. Both sentences convey the same meaning, but the answer is in active voice, which makes it more direct and clear.
12.
The plants are watered by my mother.
Correct Answer
My mother waters the plants.
Explanation
The given correct answer is "My mother waters the plants." This answer is correct because it rephrases the original statement in a grammatically correct and concise manner. It maintains the same subject (my mother), verb (waters), and object (the plants) as the original statement, making it an accurate and equivalent sentence.
13.
The ball is kicked by Sam.
Correct Answer
Sam kicks the ball.
Explanation
The given correct answer is "Sam kicks the ball." Both sentences have the same subject (Sam) and verb (kicks) and describe the action of Sam kicking the ball. The order of the words is slightly different, but the meaning remains the same.
14.
The table is set by Helen.
Correct Answer
Helen sets the table.
Explanation
The given answer, "Helen sets the table," is correct because it is a rephrased version of the statement "The table is set by Helen." Both sentences convey the same meaning, with the subject "Helen" performing the action of setting the table. The answer maintains the same structure and meaning while using different words, making it an accurate rephrasing of the original statement.
15.
The car was being cleaned by Karim.
Correct Answer
Karim was cleaning the car.
Explanation
The given answer is correct because both sentences convey the same meaning. In both cases, Karim is the one performing the action of cleaning the car. The difference lies in the verb tense used - "was being cleaned" indicates a passive voice construction, while "was cleaning" is in the active voice. However, both sentences ultimately convey the same information, that Karim was the one cleaning the car.
16.
The dog is fed by Thomas.
Correct Answer
Thomas feeds the dog.
Explanation
The given answer is "Thomas feeds the dog" because both sentences convey the same meaning. The subject "Thomas" is performing the action of feeding, and the object "the dog" is being fed. The word order is different in the two sentences, but the meaning remains unchanged. Therefore, the answer is correct.
17.
The bills are paid by my father.
Correct Answer
My father pays the bills.
Explanation
The given statement and the answer both convey the same meaning - that the bills are paid by the person's father. The sentence structure is slightly different, but the overall message remains unchanged. Both sentences indicate that the responsibility of paying the bills lies with the person's father.
18.
We have to go to school every day, ..........?
Correct Answer
A. Don't we
Explanation
The given question is an example of a tag question, which is used to confirm or seek agreement with a statement. In this case, the statement is "We have to go to school every day," and the tag question is "don't we." The use of "don't we" is correct because it is the negative form of the auxiliary verb "do" that matches the subject "we." This tag question is used to seek confirmation or agreement with the statement, implying that the speaker expects the listener to agree that they have to go to school every day.
19.
John is listening, ..........?
Correct Answer
B. Isn't he
Explanation
The given correct answer "isn't he" is appropriate in this context because it follows the pattern of a tag question. In this case, the statement "John is listening" is followed by the tag question "isn't he," which is used to seek confirmation or agreement. The use of "isn't he" implies that the speaker expects the listener to confirm that John is indeed listening.
20.
You don't like pizza, ..........?
Correct Answer
C. Do you
Explanation
The correct answer is "do you." This is because the sentence is in present tense and requires the auxiliary verb "do" to form a question. The question is asking about the person's preference for pizza, so the correct form is "do you."
21.
The children aren't studying, ..........?
Correct Answer
C. Are they
Explanation
The correct answer is "are they." This is because the question is asking for confirmation or agreement with a negative statement. In this case, the negative statement is "The children aren't studying," and the correct response is to use the auxiliary verb "are" in the question form to agree with the negative statement.
22.
We're still friends, ..........?
Correct Answer
B. Aren't we
Explanation
The correct answer is "aren't we". This is because the sentence is expressing doubt or seeking confirmation about the statement "We're still friends". In English, when seeking confirmation or expressing doubt, we use "aren't we" as a tag question.
23.
Jake left early, ..........?
Correct Answer
A. Didn't he
Explanation
The given sentence is in the past tense, indicating that Jake left early in the past. The phrase "didn't he" is a negative question tag commonly used in English to seek confirmation or agreement. In this context, it is used to confirm that Jake left early.
24.
It isn't ten o'clock yet, ..........?
Correct Answer
C. Is it
Explanation
The correct answer is "is it." This is because the sentence is a negative question, which requires the use of the auxiliary verb "is" followed by the subject "it." The phrase "isn't it" is a contraction of "is it not" and is commonly used in informal speech as a tag question. However, in this case, the correct form is "is it" without the contraction.
25.
Alice usually brings her lunch from home, ..........?
Correct Answer
C. Doesn't she
Explanation
The correct answer is "doesn't she". This is because the sentence is in the negative form, indicating that Alice does not bring her lunch from home. The phrase "doesn't she" is used to form a negative question tag in English.
26.
Jane never goes out at the weekend, ..........?
Correct Answer
B. Does she
Explanation
The correct answer is "does she." This is because the sentence is in the present simple tense and is asking a question. In English, when forming a question in the present simple tense, we use the auxiliary verb "do" or "does" before the subject. Since the subject is "Jane," which is a singular third person pronoun, we use "does" instead of "do." Therefore, the correct question form is "does she."
27.
You will help me with my homework, ..........?
Correct Answer
A. Won't you
Explanation
The correct answer is "won't you". This is because the question is seeking confirmation or agreement, and "won't you" is a common phrase used to make a polite request or ask for assistance. The other options, "don't you" and "aren't you", do not convey the same meaning and would not be appropriate in this context.
28.
You didn't cancel your date, ..........?
Correct Answer
B. Did you
Explanation
The given question is in the form of a negative statement followed by a question tag. The question tag "did you" is used to confirm the information in the negative statement. In this case, the negative statement is "You didn't cancel your date" and the question tag "did you" is used to confirm if the person indeed did not cancel their date. Therefore, the correct answer is "did you" as it correctly forms the question tag to match the negative statement.
29.
Tom could help you, ..........?
Correct Answer
A. Couldn't he
Explanation
The given correct answer is "couldn't he." This is because the question is asking if Tom could help, and the response is a tag question that agrees with the negative form of the statement. In other words, it is using the contraction "couldn't" (could not) to indicate that Tom is unable to help.
30.
You've met my cousin, ..........?
Correct Answer
C. Haven't you
Explanation
The correct answer is "haven't you". This is because the sentence is in the present perfect tense and is asking for confirmation or agreement. "Haven't you" is the correct form to use in this context.
31.
Emma doesn't like Cola, ..........?
Correct Answer
B. Does she
Explanation
The given question is in the form of a negative statement, "Emma doesn't like Cola." In order to form a question, we need to use the auxiliary verb "does" before the subject "she." Therefore, the correct question formation would be "Does she?"
32.
The test wasn't too hard, ..........?
Correct Answer
A. Was it
Explanation
The given question is an example of a tag question, which is used to confirm or seek agreement with a statement. In this case, the statement is "The test wasn't too hard." The correct tag question to use in this context is "was it," as it reflects the opposite polarity of the statement. This means that the correct answer is asking for confirmation that the test was indeed not too hard.
33.
It is my car
Correct Answer
isn't it?
Explanation
The phrase "isn't it?" is used to seek confirmation or agreement from the listener. In this context, the speaker is asking for validation that the car in question belongs to them. By using "isn't it?", the speaker is implying that they believe the car belongs to them and is seeking agreement from the listener.
34.
Dorota smokes
Correct Answer
doesn't she?
Explanation
The given answer "doesn't she?" is the correct one because it is a tag question that is used to confirm or seek agreement with a statement. In this case, the statement is "Dorota smokes." The tag question "doesn't she?" is used to confirm whether the statement is true or not. It is formed by using the auxiliary verb "does" in the negative form ("doesn't") followed by the subject pronoun "she."
35.
My bike is the green one
Correct Answer
isn't it?
Explanation
The answer "isn't it?" is correct because it is a tag question used to seek confirmation or agreement. In this context, the speaker is confirming their statement about the bike being the green one and seeking agreement from the listener. The tag question "isn't it?" is commonly used to invite the listener to agree or disagree with a statement.
36.
You aren't coming tonight
Correct Answer
are you?
Explanation
The given statement is a negative sentence in the form of a question. In English, when we make a negative sentence in the present simple tense, we usually use the auxiliary verb "do" to form questions. The correct answer "are you?" is in the correct form of a question, using the correct auxiliary verb "are" for the subject "you".
37.
You've already met my friend Magda
Correct Answer
haven't you?
Explanation
The phrase "haven't you?" is used in this context to seek confirmation from the listener. It is a tag question formed by using the auxiliary verb "have" in the present perfect tense ("haven't") and the pronoun "you." The speaker is implying that the listener has already met their friend Magda and is expecting the listener to confirm this by answering "yes" or "no."
38.
Marta doesn't live in Exeter
Correct Answer
does she?
Explanation
The given statement suggests that Marta does not live in Exeter. The question "does she?" is a tag question used to confirm the information. It implies that the speaker is unsure about Marta's living location and is seeking confirmation.
39.
He Xiu De likes cycling
Correct Answer
doesn't he?
Explanation
The given statement "He Xiu De likes cycling" is a positive statement. In English, when we want to turn a positive statement into a question, we often use the auxiliary verb "does" followed by the subject and the base form of the main verb. In this case, the subject is "he" and the main verb is "like." Therefore, the correct question form would be "Does he like cycling?" However, since the given question is in the negative form, we need to use the negative auxiliary verb "doesn't" instead of "does." So the correct question form would be "Doesn't he like cycling?"
40.
Maggie will be here at about 6
Correct Answer
won't she?
Explanation
The given answer "won't she?" is correct because it is a tag question that is used to seek confirmation or agreement. In this context, the speaker is expressing uncertainty about Maggie's arrival time and is seeking confirmation from the listener. The use of "won't" suggests a negative expectation, implying that the speaker does not believe Maggie will arrive at about 6.
41.
Hong's got a beautiful little baby girl
Correct Answer
hasn't she?
Explanation
The question is asking for confirmation or agreement with the statement that Hong has a beautiful little baby girl. The correct answer, "hasn't she?" is a tag question that seeks confirmation and implies that the speaker believes the statement to be true. The use of "hasn't" instead of "doesn't" suggests that the speaker is assuming that Hong does indeed have a baby girl.
42.
Olga wants to move to Exmouth
Correct Answer
doesn't she?
Explanation
The given answer "doesn't she?" is correct because it is a tag question that is used to confirm or seek agreement with a previous statement. In this case, the previous statement is "Olga wants to move to Exmouth." The tag question "doesn't she?" is used to confirm whether this statement is true or not. By using the negative form "doesn't" instead of "does," it implies that the speaker expects the answer to be negative, indicating that Olga does not want to move to Exmouth.
43.
The food was prepared by Maria.
Correct Answer
Maria prepared the food.
Explanation
The given answer "Maria prepared the food" is correct because both statements convey the same information. They both indicate that Maria was the one who made the food. The wording may be slightly different, but the meaning remains unchanged.
44.
The dog was hit by the car.
Correct Answer
The car hit the dog.
Explanation
The sentence "The car hit the dog" is the correct answer because it follows the subject-verb-object structure. In this sentence, "car" is the subject, "hit" is the verb, and "dog" is the object. The action of hitting is performed by the car onto the dog. This construction is grammatically accurate and conveys the intended meaning clearly.
45.
The fish was caught by the seagull.
Correct Answer
The seagull caught the fish.
Explanation
The given statement "The fish was caught by the seagull" implies that the action of catching was performed by the seagull. Therefore, the correct answer is "The seagull caught the fish."
46.
The question was answered by Julie.
Correct Answer
Julie answered the question.
Explanation
The given answer simply restates the information provided in the question. It confirms that Julie is the one who answered the question.
47.
The piano was played by Siti.
Correct Answer
Siti played the piano.
Explanation
The given answer, "Siti played the piano," is correct because it accurately conveys the information provided in the given statements. Both statements state that Siti played the piano, and the answer concisely summarizes this information without any additional or misleading details.
48.
The letter was written by Marshall.
Correct Answer
Marshall wrote the letter.
Explanation
The given statement "Marshall wrote the letter" is a direct and simple explanation for the fact that the letter was written by Marshall. It states the subject (Marshall) and the action (wrote the letter) clearly and concisely, leaving no room for ambiguity or alternative interpretations. Therefore, it can be concluded that Marshall is the one who authored the letter.