Active vs. Passive Sentences:
Active: The subject performs the action.
Passive: The action is performed on the subject.
Here are some examples:
Active Sentences:
* The dog chased the ball. (The dog is the subject and performs the action of chasing)
* The chef cooked the delicious meal. (The chef is the subject and performs the action of cooking)
* The artist painted a beautiful portrait. (The artist is the subject and performs the action of painting)
* The students studied for the exam. (The students are the subject and perform the action of studying)
* She wrote a letter to her friend. (She is the subject and performs the action of writing)
Passive Sentences:
* The ball was chased by the dog. (The ball is the subject, but the action of chasing is performed by the dog)
* The delicious meal was cooked by the chef. (The meal is the subject, but the action of cooking is performed by the chef)
* A beautiful portrait was painted by the artist. (The portrait is the subject, but the action of painting is performed by the artist)
* The exam was studied for by the students. (The exam is the subject, but the action of studying is performed by the students)
* A letter was written to her friend by her. (The letter is the subject, but the action of writing is performed by her)
Note: In passive sentences, the "by" phrase is optional but often included to specify who or what performed the action.
Why use passive voice?
* Emphasis on the object: When the object is more important than the performer of the action.
* Unclear performer: When the performer is unknown or unimportant.
* Formal tone: Passive voice is often used in formal writing.
Why use active voice?
* Clear and concise: Active voice is generally more direct and easier to understand.
* Engaging and dynamic: Active voice makes writing more lively and interesting.
It's important to choose the right voice for the specific context of your writing.