Topic: PASSIVE VOICE EXERCISE 1

GRAMMAR REVIEW! The passive voice

In the passive voice, the object of an action becomes the subject of the sentence.

Examples using various verb tenses:

PRESENT SIMPLE:
ACTIVE: Everyone knows that singer.
PASSIVE: That singer is known by everyone.

PAST SIMPLE:
ACTIVE: My cousin cleaned the room.
PASSIVE: The room was cleaned by my cousin.

FUTURE SIMPLE:
ACTIVE: They will deliver the package.
PASSIVE: The package will be delivered by them.

PRESENT PERFECT:
ACTIVE: Tom has answered that question.
PASSIVE: That question has been answered by Tom.

CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PASSIVE VOICE PRACTICE TESTS:
The passive voice (simple past) 1 (B/I)
The passive voice (simple present) 1 (I)
The passive voice (mixed) 1 (B)
The passive voice (mixed) 2 (I)
The passive voice (mixed) 3 (I)

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DID YOU KNOW?

How is grammar checked in IELTS Writing (Academic & General)?

Grammar is one of the 4 marking criteria. Grammatical Range and Accuracy is 25% of your Writing score.
Examiners look for:

Range
• Use of simple and complex sentences
• Variety of structures:
◦ Conditionals
◦ Relative clauses
◦ Passive voice
◦ Different verb tenses

Accuracy
• Correct use of:
◦ Verb tenses
◦ Articles (a/an/the)
◦ Prepositions
◦ Subject-verb agreement
◦ Word order
• Frequency of errors and whether they:
◦ Are systematic
◦ Reduce clarity

Band descriptors (simplified)
• Band 6: Mix of simple and complex sentences; some grammar errors, but meaning is clear.
• Band 7: Frequent error-free sentences; good control of complex grammar.
• Band 8: Wide range of structures with rare, minor errors.

So, keep practicing with us, and good luck!