Sentences Using Active Voice

question 2

Multiple Choice

Sentences using active voice

• A) include a clear agent performing the action.
• B) might be too blunt to be effective.
• C) might be inappropriate if the object is more important than the subject.
• D) have the recipient of the action in the subject slot of the sentence.
• E) a, b, and c.

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Definitions:

Aspiration

Aspiration can refer to the act of drawing breath, but also to the inhalation of food or liquid into the lungs, or a strong desire for achievement.

Pertussis

A highly contagious bacterial infection of the respiratory system, commonly known as whooping cough.

Whooping Cough

An infectious bacterial disease that causes uncontrollable, violent coughing which can make it hard to breathe; also known as pertussis.

Atelectasis

A condition in which the lung or a part of the lung collapses, preventing respiratory exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen.