SSC CGL 2016 PYQ — Question 108

SSC CGL Tier II English - 30/11/2016 • English • Q108

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.
The scorpion stung the farmer.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. The farmer was stung by the scorpion.

The structure for changing voice,  active to passive or passive to active is given below.

Active voice- subject + v2+ object + other words.

Passive voice- Object + was/were + v3 + by + subject + other words.

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