Convert the sentence provided below from its passive voice structure to an active voice structure:
The construction is alleged to have been halted due to legal violations.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. It is alleged that the authorities halted the construction due to legal violations.
Type of sentence: Assertive
Tense: Perfect infinitive construction in passive form
Given voice: Passive voice
Subject: (Implied) Authorities
Object: The construction
Structure for conversion:
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Passive voice: Subject + is/are alleged + to have been + V3 + due to…
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Active voice: It is alleged that + subject (doer) + V2 + object + due to…
Converted sentence: It is alleged that the authorities halted the construction due to legal violations.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.