Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice. The…
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Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.
The painting was admired by art enthusiasts from around the world.
- A.
The painting was being admired by art enthusiasts from around the world.
- B.
Art enthusiasts from around the world admired the painting.
- C.
Art enthusiasts from around the world have admired the painting.
- D.
The painting has been admired by art enthusiasts from around the world.
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Correct answer: B
Analyze the passive sentence: "The painting (Object) was admired (Verb: was + past participle) by art enthusiasts (Agent) from around the world."
Conversion rule:
Move Agent to Subject position: "Art enthusiasts from around the world..."
Convert Verb to active simple past: "...admired..."
Move original Subject to Object position: "...the painting."
Final Sentence: "Art enthusiasts from around the world admired the painting."
Final Answer: Option 2