Rewrite the following sentences so that the verbs will be in the active voice.
1. We are taught grammar by Ms Sullivan.
2. He was praised by the teacher.
3. The building was damaged by the fire.
4. By whom were you taught French?
5. The trees were blown down by the wind.
6. The letter was posted by Alice.
7. We were received by the hostess.
Answers
The given sentences are converted into active voice as follows:
1. We are taught grammar by Ms Sullivan. == Ms Sullivan teaches us grammar.
2. He was praised by the teacher. == The teacher praised him.
3. The building was damaged by the fire == The fire damaged the building.
4. By whom were you taught French? == Who taught you French?
5. The trees were blown down by the wind == The wind blew down the trees.
6. The letter was posted by Alice. == Alice posted the letter.
7. We were received by the hostess. == The hostess received us.
Here are the active voice sentences of the given passive voice sentences:
1. Ms Sullivan teaches us grammar.
2. The teacher praised him.
3. The fire damaged the building.
4. Who taught you French?
5. The wind blew down the trees.
6. Alice posted the letter.
7. The hostess received us.