Question

Which of the following sentences use verbs in the passive voice? Choose all that apply.
A. The rain damaged your books.
B. The cake was baked by my grandmother.
C. I am certain that the pop quiz will be easy.
D. New maps will be presented at the end of the month.
E. They are deciding whether or not to close the restaurant.

Answer 1

B and D.

- B: "was baked by my grandmother" = be + past participle + by‑phrase (passive).
- D: "will be presented" = be + past participle (future passive).