tailieunhanh - Toefl preparation for the computer and paper test part 31

Explanations for all test items allow students to understand their errors and learn from their mistake. Diagnostic Information relates the test items on the CD-ROM to the language skills presented in this text. | WRITTEN EXPRESSION QUESTIONS Paper and Computer 283 In the first example the passive is formed incorrectly because the past participle painted should be used rather than the present participle painting. In the second example the verb be has not been included and some form of be is necessary for a passive verb. The verb in the second sentence should be will be finished. The following chart outlines the way to form the passive correctly THE FORM OF THE PASSIVE BE past participle BY object SRCISE 37 Each of the following sentences has a passive meaning. Underline twice the verbs that should be passive. Then indicate if the sentences are correct C or incorrect I . _ 1. The boy had never be stung by a bee. C 2. The suits were hung in the closet when they were returned from the cleaners. 3. Money is lending by the credit union to those who want to buy homes. 4. The record had been chose by dancers near the jukebox. 5. The topic for your research paper should have been approved by your advisor. 6. That song has been playing over and over again by Steve. 7. Their utility bills have been increased again and again. 8. The patients who are too sick to sit up are being assisted by the orderlies. 9. The offices were thoroughly clean last evening by the night crew. 10. The car that was struck in the intersection yesterday is being repaired today. Skill 38 RECOGNIZE ACTIVE AND PASSIVE MEANINGS When there is no object with or without by after a verb you must look at the meaning of the sentence to determine if the verb should be active or passive. Sentences with an incorrect passive verb and no by object to tell you that the verb should be passive are the most difficult passive errors to recognize on the TOEFL test. Study the examples We mailed the package at the post office. The letter was mailed by us today before noon. The letter was mailed today before noon. The letter mailed today before noon. The first three examples above are correct. The first example has the active .