Still More Recognizing Active and Passive Voice

Carole read a book about world records.

Contestants must follow the rules.

Hundreds of bushels of apples were used by the chef.

Some of the categories include sports, games, and food.

What is the ONLY class where it is acceptable to write in PASSIVE VOICE?

What is the PASSIVE VOICE sentence pattern?

Facts about their culture can be learned by readers.

What part of the sentence does ACTIVE VOICE focus on?

What voice should you use to write MOST of the time?

One woman collected thousands of refrigerator magnets.

A huge popcorn ball was made by Girl Scouts.

What part of the sentence does the PASSIVE VOICE focus on?

Many people break world records.

One record was broken by a famous chef.

What is the ACTIVE VOICE Sentence Pattern?

This chef made the largest apple pie.