Grammar exercises

Grammar Revision:

· Passive Voice

Exercise 1. Translate the following sentences into Russian.

1. Paper is made from wood pulp.

2. This problem is being discussed right now by our specialists.

3. Computers, monitors and accessories are sold on the second floor.

4. These reports will be typed in a couple of days.

5. This church was built in the 15th century.

6. By the time I came back, the work on the report had been finished already.

7. This problem is being discussed right now by our specialists.

8. The compass has been used since the 12th century.

Exercise 2. What happens to a car when it is taken for a service? Look at the prompts

the oil / change

The oil is changed.

1. the brakes / test

2. the filters / replace

3. the battery / check

4. the lights / test

5. broken parts / repair

6. it / take / for a test drive

7. the radiator / fill / with water

Exercise 3. Use the words to complete answers to the questions. Use the Present Continuous Passive.

‘Can we play on the football pitch?’ ‘No, the grass is being cut. ’ (grass / cut)

1. ‘Can’t you wear your blue suit tonight?’ ‘No, __.’ (it / clean)

2. ‘Did Alice get that new job?’ ‘Not yet − ___.’ (she / interview)

3. ‘What time is it?’ ‘Sorry, I don’t know: ___.’(watch / repair)

4. ‘Why the big smile?’ ‘ ___ to Spain for a week..’ (I / send)

5. I usually read a magazine while ___. (my hair / cut)