SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 7

SSC CHSL - 08 Aug 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q7

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

The speech of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam influences young minds.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Young minds are influenced by the speech of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam.

The sentence is in Simple present tense.

Structure:

Active: Subject + v1 (“s“ or “es” with singular noun) + object…
Passive: Object + Is/are/am + verb (IIIrd form) + by + subject…

Correct passive voice: Young minds are influenced by the speech of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.