✏️ Grammar & Conventions: Active and Passive Voice (Grade 8)

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Form and use verbs in the active and passive voice.

1. Change the voice: The letter was written by Leo.

2. Change the voice: The cake was baked by Mia.

3. Change the voice: The storm damaged the roof.

4. Change the voice: Scientists discovered a new species.

5. Change the voice: The dog chased the ball.

Answer key: 1) active: Leo wrote the letter. · 2) active: Mia baked the cake. · 3) passive: The roof was damaged by the storm. · 4) passive: A new species was discovered by scientists. · 5) passive: The ball was chased by the dog.

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About this grade 8 worksheet

Free Grade 8 English worksheet (Common Core L.8.1.b): form and use verbs in the active and passive voice. Skill: Form and use verbs in the active and passive voice. Level: Grade 8 — also suits Year 9 (UK).

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CCSS L.8.1.b: Form and use verbs in the active and passive voice
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Form and use verbs in the active and passive voice.

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