Which statements are written in active voice? Check all that apply.

Question

The student read a new book.
Many students protested the new uniform requirement.
The books were opened by the students.
The peacemakers signed a new agreement.
The papers were signed by twenty representatives.

Answer 1

The statements written in active voice are:

1. The student read a new book.
2. Many students protested the new uniform requirement.
3. The peacemakers signed a new agreement.

The other two statements ("The books were opened by the students" and "The papers were signed by twenty representatives") are written in passive voice.