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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Which of the following sentences is written in the active voice? A. The bill was passed by the legislature. B. I was told by the chairman that the bill was passed by the legislature. C. The chairman told me that the legislature passed the bill. D. It was voted by the legislature to pass. any help?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

I would say D, because the verb in these sentences is passed/ pass. The active voice means that the verb is currently happening, therefore, would not be passed tense. D is the only sentence that uses the current tense form of passed- pass.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

I believe Usa is correct. It seems to be the only phrase taking place presently.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

well ill let you know if it right thanks

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Yeah, hope you get it right! :)

OpenStudy (anonymous):

i have anther one not sure about it if i can ask and help me with ?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Sure! Go ahead.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

i already asked

OpenStudy (anonymous):

D was wrong one

OpenStudy (anonymous):

i got it right C. The chairman told me that the legislature passed the bill. is the write answer

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