describe an action that a subject does directly.
active verbs
describe an action that is being done to someone or something
passive verbs
A letter was written. Is this active or passive voice?
Passive voice
They are listening to their music. Is this active or passive voice?
Active voice
Bingo is played in Britain. Is this active or passive voice?
Passive voice
He lost his keys yesterday. Is this active or passive voice?
Active voice
The Government is planning a new road near my house. Is this active or passive voice?
Active voice
This house was built in 1943 by my grandfather. Is this active or passive voice?
Passive voice
You will be told later by John. Is this passive or active voice?
Passive voice
