a) Complete the second sentence, so that it has the same meaning as the first, but in

the passive voice. Do not use more than five words to fill the gaps.
Teachers require the students to watch an educational video on the new subject. The
students ______________________ an educational video on the new subject. 2. My
bank manager is signing the document as we speak. The document _______________
as we speak. 3. Many people will be celebrating the football team’s victory in the
streets tonight! The football team’s victory ___________________ in the streets
tonight. 4. People have been giving out emergency medical supplies to the villagers.
Emergency medical supplies ____________________ to the villagers. 5. In India,
people believe that cows are holy. In India, _______________ that cows are holy. 6.
Someone has stolen my bicycle from outside the supermarket. My bicycle
_________________ from outside the supermarket.

b) Finish the sentences using personal and impersonal passive constructions.

1. His teeth are checked twice a year.

2. Her skirt is being cleaned at the moment.
3. My hair is trimmed once a month.
4. Central heating is going to be installed in our house next month.
5. Sam’s burglar alarm was fitted last week.
6. My car is being repaired at the moment.
7. The band’s new single has just been recorded.
8. Our new furniture is going to be delivered tomorrow.
9. Their new house is being decorated at the moment.

c. Finish the sentences using personal and impersonal passive constructions.

1. It is said that this orchestra is the best in the world

2. It is believed that the thieves have left the country.
3. The fire is reported to have started by accident.
4. He is known to be making a lot of money.
5. It is expected that they will arrive in time for dinner
6. She is said to know a lot about gardening.
7. It is thought that he will be attending the meeting.
8. It is believed that we are able to win the competition.
9. The company is thought to be making a big profit.
10. It is reported that the government has reached a decision
11. It is said that they were responsible for the damage.
12. She is expected to break the world record.
13. He is known to have several foreign bank accounts.
14. They are reported to have financial problems.