Active vs. passive forms

I sent the letter vs. the letter was sent

1. Active vs. passive verb forms.

Choose the sentence that describes each picture.

Passive

We use the passive form (auxiliary be + past participle) when:

-we are more interested in the object of a sentence.
-the person who does the action isn't known or is unimportant.

  • These computers are made in Ireland.
  • The building was completed in 1903.

 

2. Active or passive?

Look at the sentences below. Decide if they are active or passive.

3. Sentence correction.

Spot the errors. Which sentences are grammatically incorrect?

 

For more information about passive forms see the Grammar Reference.

4. Sentence correction.

Now correct the incorrect sentences from the previous exercise.