1) Read the sentences with the verbs in the Passive Voice.
State the tense of the verbs. Translate the sentences.
1. The film was shot in Spain.
2. When all the trees are cut down, something of great value will have been lost.
3. She was invited to apply for a position in the company’s overseas office in London.
4. The college was founded in the 14th century.
5. Televisions are repaired here.
6. The doctor has just been sent for.
7. The idea was first developed in the 12th century.
8. Serious breathing problems can be caused by pollution.
9. The bridge is being repaired now.
10. Next months the employees will be given a special training.
11. Food and medical supplies are being taken to the affected areas.
12. The banks of the river were being cleaned of litter all last week.
13. Shall I be invited to their wedding?
14. The breakfast is served at 8 am.
15. Our company has been completely modernized this year.
16. The car was sold for $10000 last year.
17. Kate is being examined by the doctor.
18. The rubbish must be thrown away.
19. Most of the books were destroyed by the fire.
20. The work will be finished next week.
2) Choose the correct preposition to introduce the agent, the instrument, the ingredient or the material.
by + the agent
with + the instrument
with + the ingredient
of/from + material
1. The photos were taken … a very cheap camera.
2. The stadium was packed … fans.
3. After a football game my shorts were covered … mud.
4. The dish was made … eggs, milk, butter and flour.
5. The book was published … Cambridge University Press.
6. The field was covered … snow.
7. The turkey was stuffed … chestnuts.
8. The airport was surrounded … soldiers.
9. The table is made … wood.
10. Irish coffee is made … whisky.
11. The books were tied … a string.
12. The garage was painted … a new kind of paint.
13. The room was crammed … furniture.
14. The letter was sent … the morning post.
15. The pie was made … apples and plumps.