Active and Passive Voice

Active (plan)

"Earth Day" is being planned by thousands of people around the world as we play this game.

Passive (cut)

His hair was cut by a professional.

(eat) active simple past

I ate a piece of chocolate cake.

Active (wash)

I washed my car three weeks ago.

Active (introduce)

I will introduce you to my boss this week.

Passive (do)

It would have been done before the weekend.

Active (teach)

Mr Johnson won't be teaching next semester.

Passive (rush)

Police officers were rushed to the crime scene.

(read) active simple past

The librarian read the book to the students.

Active (fix)

The mechanic fixed the breaks on my car.

Passive (steal)

The money was stolen.

Passive (make)

The movie is being made in Hollywood.

Passive (sing)

The national anthem is being sung by Jason this time.

Passive (stay)

The students were told to stay caalm during the fire alert simulation.

Passive (pay)

They are paid on Fridays.

Passive (please)

Visitors were pleased to see such an exhibit at the museum.