Practice Makes Perfect

Rewrite the passive sentences below as an action in progress. Keep the same tense.

1. Glenda is kissed by Stuart.


2. She was spoiled by her parents.


3. My eyes are tested in the clinic.


4. They were arrested for a crime.


5. Monique is awarded a medal.


6. The treasure was buried on an island.


7. The dog is punished again.


8. Was the old barn burned down?

Rewrite the passive sentences below in the present perfect tense.

1. We were punished by Father.


2. The men are taken prisoner.


3. She is thanked by the happy tourists.

exercise 7-2

exercise 7-1

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