Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.
He was given a reward for his contribution by the Governor.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. The governor gave him a reward for his contribution.
Type of sentence: Assertive
Tense: Past simple (passive form: “was given”)
Given voice: Passive
Subject: He
Verb: was given
Agent: by the Governor
Structure for conversion:
- Passive voice: Object + was/were + past participle + by + subject
- Active voice: Subject + past tense verb + object(s)
Converted sentence: The governor gave him a reward for his contribution.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.