Let's solve this step-by-step. The task is to convert
active voice sentences into
passive voice using the
present simple tense.
🔹 Understanding Active vs Passive Voice
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Active Voice: The subject
does the action.
- Example: *Tim hits the ball on the roof.*
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Passive Voice: The subject
receives the action.
- Example: *The ball is hit on the roof by Tim.*
In passive voice:
- The
object of the active sentence becomes the
subject.
- The
verb changes to:
be + past participle (e.g., is/are + hit, written, broken).
- The
original subject (the doer) comes after "by" (optional).
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Now, let’s convert each sentence:
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1.
Jim cleans the spiderwebs.
→ The spiderwebs are cleaned by Jim.
2.
The doctor treats the man.
→ The man is treated by the doctor.
3.
My friend finds the solution.
→ The solution is found by my friend.
4.
Jimmy wins the race.
→ The race is won by Jimmy.
5.
Maria writes a new song.
→ A new song is written by Maria.
6.
The oven causes this smell.
→ This smell is caused by the oven.
7.
Someone in the stadium takes a great catch.
→ A great catch is taken by someone in the stadium.
8.
Jenny catches the largest fish of the day.
→ The largest fish of the day is caught by Jenny.
9.
One of my friends breaks the fence.
→ The fence is broken by one of my friends.
10.
Lions surround a buffalo.
→ A buffalo is surrounded by lions.
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✔ Final Answers:
1. The spiderwebs are cleaned by Jim.
2. The man is treated by the doctor.
3. The solution is found by my friend.
4. The race is won by Jimmy.
5. A new song is written by Maria.
6. This smell is caused by the oven.
7. A great catch is taken by someone in the stadium.
8. The largest fish of the day is caught by Jenny.
9. The fence is broken by one of my friends.
10. A buffalo is surrounded by lions.
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💡 Tip:
To convert from active to passive:
1. Identify the object of the active sentence → make it the subject.
2. Use
is/am/are + past participle.
3. Add
by + original subject (if needed; sometimes omitted).
Let me know if you'd like a printable version or explanation for any specific sentence!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of active passive voice worksheet.
