EXERCISE 10: Change the active into the passive.

1. They can’t make tea with cold water.

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2. The chief engineer was instructing all the workers of the plant.

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3. Somebody has taken some of my books away.

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4. They will hold the meeting before May Day.

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5. They have to repair the engine of the car.

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6. The boys broke the window and took away some pictures.

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7. People spend a lot of money on advertising everyday.

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8. They may use this room for the classroom.

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9. The teacher is going to tell a story.

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10. Mary is cutting the cake with a sharp knife.

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11. The children looked at the women with a red hat.

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12. They have provided the victims with food and clothing.

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13. The teacher explains the lesson.

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14. Mrs Green is cooking the food in the kitchen.

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15. The doctor examined the patients.

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