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In the Active Voice, what is the relationship between the subject and the action of the verb?
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The subject of the verb is the person or thing performing the action.
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In the Passive Voice, what is the relationship between the subject and the action of the verb?
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The action is done to the subject of the verb.
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What is the basic formula for forming a passive verb tense?
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The appropriate tense of the verb 'to be' plus the past participle of the main verb.
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What is the passive form of the present continuous verb 'is washing'?
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Is being washed.
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What is the passive form of the present perfect verb 'has washed'?
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Has been washed.
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How is the passive voice formed when using a modal verb like 'may'?
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The modal is followed by 'be' or 'have been' plus the past participle.
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What is the passive equivalent of the infinitive 'to wash'?
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To be washed.
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What is the passive structure for an '-ing' form such as 'washing'?
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Being washed.
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Why can Passive Voice only occur with transitive verbs?
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Only transitive verbs can be followed by an object that becomes the new subject.
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When a verb has both a direct and indirect object, which type of subject is generally more common in the passive form?
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Personal subjects tend to be more common than impersonal ones.
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Identify a situation where the Active Voice equivalent would be difficult to use compared to the Passive Voice.
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When describing spontaneous happenings where the doer is unknown, such as 'Rome was not built in a day'.
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How do speakers use the Passive Voice to avoid personal commitment?
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By stating facts or opinions without identifying themselves as the source, such as 'The matter will be handled firmly'.
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Which impersonal phrase is often used at the beginning of sentences in reports to express beliefs or hopes?
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The phrase 'It is...', such as 'It is hoped that' or 'It is believed that'.
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For what purpose is the Passive Voice used when the cause of a happening is less important than the event itself?
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It is used to create focus on the happening, such as 'Our roof was damaged in the storm'.
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Why might a writer choose the Passive Voice when the subject is 'someone' or 'a person'?
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To avoid using vague words as subjects.
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In what specific type of public communication is the Passive Voice considered obligatory?
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The Passive Voice is obligatory in official notices.
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Which indefinite pronoun should be avoided as a subject by using the Passive Voice instead?
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The indefinite pronoun 'one'.
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What is the typical word count requirement for a composition in a Year 9 English examination?
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Approximately 350 words.
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Why is it important to choose a composition topic on which you can provide personal details?
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Personal details make the composition more original and lively compared to total invention.
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What is the implication of the keyword 'Define' in a composition question?
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Give an accurate description of the subject in question.
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What is the implication of the keyword 'Outline' in a composition question?
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List the main or key points in a logical way.
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What is the implication of the keyword 'Compare' in a composition question?
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Identify similarities and differences in the subject.
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What is the implication of the keyword 'Trace' in a composition question?
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Call for a description in stages of the development of the subject.
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What is the implication of the keyword 'Illustrate' in a composition question?
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Give examples of the fact, concept, principle, or generalisation under study.
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What is the implication of the keyword 'Discuss' in a composition question?
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Consider different aspects of the topic, argue validity, and analyse points of view while maintaining a position.
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What is the implication of the keyword 'Describe' in a composition question?
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Tell about the features of a person, place, or an object.
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What is the implication of the keyword 'Narrate' in a composition question?
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Give a continuous account of something.
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What is the implication of the keyword 'State' in a composition question?
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Express clearly while giving relevant details.
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What is the implication of the keyword 'Explain' in a composition question?
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Make known in detail or give reasons which account for something.
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What is the implication of the keyword 'Evaluate' in a composition question?
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Give your opinion on something by putting forward your arguments.
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What is the implication of the keyword 'Summarise' in a composition question?
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Give a brief account of some process or narration.
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What is the implication of the keyword 'Report' in a composition question?
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Give a factual account of something spoken by another or a formal statement about an event.
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What is the implication of the keyword 'Justify' in a composition question?
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Give reasons in support of the topic.
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Why does the use of 'memorised material' in a composition result in a low grade?
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Examiners detect material that does not fit the specific wording and individual requirements of the question.
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How can a student estimate the length of their composition during an exam without counting every word?
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By calculating the average words per line and then counting the total number of lines written.
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What stylistic advice is given regarding the use of long sentences with many subordinate clauses?
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They should be avoided in favour of simple English to prevent confusing the reader.
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According to the text, what is regarded as a sign of laziness and carelessness in writing?
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Poor handwriting.
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What is suggested as a daily target for reading to improve English composition skills?
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Set a daily target of reading at least twenty pages.
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What is the main objective of an English comprehension exercise?
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To test a pupil's ability to understand a text and infer information and meanings from it.
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What should a student do during the first, quick reading of a comprehension passage?
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Read to get a general idea of the theme without being preoccupied with specific questions.
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When should a student attempt to work out the meaning of unknown words in a comprehension passage?
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During the second, slow and careful reading, using the context for clues.
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Why is it important to rephrase comprehension questions in simple terms?
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To ensure the student fully understands the implication of the question before answering.
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What is the rule regarding the use of information from outside sources when answering comprehension questions?
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Answers must be based solely on the facts given in the passage.
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In what grammatical tense should comprehension answers be written?
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In the same tense as the question.
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Define 'precis' as used in the context of comprehension exercises.
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A summary of a passage or specific information from the passage, typically restricted to a certain word count.
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Vocabulary from passage: What is the meaning of 'contracted' when used in the context of a disease?
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To have become afflicted with the illness.
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Vocabulary from passage: What is the meaning of the word 'pecuniary'?
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Relating to or consisting of money.
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Vocabulary from passage: What does it mean to have 'gusto' for an activity?
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To perform it with great enthusiasm or enjoyment.
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Vocabulary from passage: What is the meaning of 'unsullied' in the phrase 'unsullied intercourse'?
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Spotless or faultless.
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In sentence transformation, what is the appropriate introductory word to replace 'Having considered' when starting with a contrast?
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Although.
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How should the sentence 'I never thought that he would win' be rewritten starting with 'Little'?
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Little did I think that he would win.
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What is the rule for using 'Only when' at the beginning of a sentence regarding word order?
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It usually requires an inversion of the subject and the auxiliary verb in the following clause.
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Complete the phrase: 'The policeman ran _____ the thief.'
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After
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Complete the phrase: 'Rohit put _____ a good sum for his retirement.'
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Aside
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Complete the phrase: 'She is leaning _____ the wall.'
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Against
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Complete the phrase: 'The soldiers carried _____ the orders of their officer.'
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Out
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Complete the phrase: 'Shankar brought _____ an interesting point in the meeting.'
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Up
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Complete the phrase: 'He cut _____ the rotten part of the apple.'
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Off
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Complete the phrase: 'They got _____ trouble with the soldiers.'
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Into
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Complete the phrase: 'The boat lay _____ several feet of water.'
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Under