Question

Decide whether each describes a reason to use passive voice or active voice.
(2 points)

passive voice or active voice

to emphasize an action


to write clear, concise sentences


to tell about rules or laws


to explain an action when the subject is unknown


to emphasize who is responsible for something


to avoid responsibility

Answer 1

Here are the classifications for each statement:

1. **to emphasize an action** - passive voice
2. **to write clear, concise sentences** - active voice
3. **to tell about rules or laws** - passive voice
4. **to explain an action when the subject is unknown** - passive voice
5. **to emphasize who is responsible for something** - active voice
6. **to avoid responsibility** - passive voice