Active VS Passive Voice Flashcards

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-when the subject performs the action of the verb
-is usually a stronger, more direct way of expressing ideas

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active voice

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-when the subject receives the action of the verb
-verbs consist of a form of BE with the past participle
-used if you want to emphasize the receiver of the action or to de-emphasize the performer of the action

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passive voice

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