The Passive Voice

Pupils learn the difference between active and passive voice, identifying subject and object, and how the passive changes emphasis and can hide the doer.

English MasteryadvancedAges 11+40 minutes

What this topic covers

Identify the subject and object in a sentence.
Distinguish the active voice from the passive voice.
Explain how the passive voice can hide the doer.

Core concept summaries

Key IdeasSubject and ObjectThe Passive Voice

Practice formats pupils may meet

NeurofiED uses varied practice to help pupils apply the idea actively, check understanding and build confidence over time.

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