Active and Passive voice for Competitive Exams
Active and passive voice are two ways to structure a sentence, focusing on different elements.
Active Voice:
- The subject performs the action expressed by the verb.
- Example: The dog (subject) chased the ball (object).
Passive Voice:
- The subject receives the action expressed by the verb.
- Example: The ball (object) was chased by the dog (subject).
MCQ Examples for SSC Exams:
- Identify the sentence in active voice: (a) The book was read by me. (b) I read the book. (c) The book is kept on the table. (d) He wrote a letter to his friend.
- Change the sentence to passive voice: She solved the puzzle quickly. (a) The puzzle is solved by her quickly. (b) Quickly, she solved the puzzle. (c) The solved puzzle is by her. (d) The puzzle quickly solved by her.
- Choose the most suitable option for the blank: The thief __________ (catch) red-handed by the police. (a) was caught (b) caught (c) is caught (d) will be caught
Why is it useful for SSC preparation?
- Understanding both voices expands your writing and communication skills.
- Identifying the correct voice is crucial in various SSC exam questions.
- It helps in paraphrasing sentences and avoiding repetition.
- Many SSC English sections contain questions on active and passive voice.
- Mastering this concept can significantly improve your score.