SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 112

SSC CGL Tier II - English - 3rd Feb 2022 • English • Q112

Select the correct passive form of the given sentence.

The negligence of the plant manager caused the mishap at LG Polymers.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. The mishap at LG Polymers was caused by the negligence of the plant manager.

Given sentence: The negligence of the plant manager caused the mishap at LG Polymers. (Active voice)

The given sentence is in the past indefinite tense. 

Structure in active voice: Subject+ 2nd form verb + object.

Structure in passive voice: Object+ was/were + 3rd form verb+ subject.

Sentence in passive voice: The mishap at LG Polymers was caused by the negligence of the plant manager.