Section A: Write A if the sentence shows active voice. Write P if the sentence shows passive voice.
1. The bell was rung by the teacher.
2. The students played at recess.
3. The ball was thrown by a little boy.
4. The ball was caught by a little girl.
5. Sam ran around the bases.
6. The game was won by the third grade team.
Section B: Find the gerund in each sentence.
7. Skating is a fun pastime.
8. Mom is busy doing some writing.
9. Grilling is always Dad’s job.
10. She earns good grades by studying.
11. Jan is good at sewing.
12. The grand opening of the swimming pool was exciting.
13. Barking can be annoying when you are trying to sleep.
14. Jim needs help with mowing.
Answers: 1-P; 2-A; 3-P; 4-P; 5-A; 6-P; 7-skating; 8-writing; 9-grilling; 10-studying; 11-sewing; 12-opening; 13-barking; 14-mowing.