SSC CGL 2017 PYQ — Question 161

SSC CGL Tier II English - 12/01/2017 • English • Q161

In the following question, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive Voice. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Passive/Active Voice.

Did they pay the clerks their salary on the first day of the month?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Were the clerks paid their salary on the first day of the month?

Active voice- Did + subject + v1 + object + other words?

Passive voice - Were + object + v3 + by +  subject+  other words?

As the chosen option follows this structure it will be correct.