Exploring Writing 2nd Edition by John Langan

Exercise 21

Revise the following sentences, changing verbs from the passive to the active voice and making any other necessary word changes.
EXAMPLE
Soccer is played by children all over the world.
1. The pizza restaurant was closed by the health inspector.
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2. Huge stacks of donated books were sorted by the workers in the library.
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3. My computer was infected by a virus.
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4. Gasoline prices will not be increased by oil companies this winter.
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5. High-powered bombs were dropped by our airplanes onto enemy bases.
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6. An additional charge was placed on our phone bill by the telephone company.
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7. The community center was damaged by a group of vandals.
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8. Stress is relieved by physical activity, meditation, and relaxation.
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9. Taxes will be raised by the federal government to pay for highway improvements.
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10. Studies show that violent behavior among young children is increased by watching violent TV programs.
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