Choose the correct active voice of: 'The gate was opened by the watchman.' MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Choose the correct active voice of: 'The gate was opened by the watchman.'

A. The watchman was opening the gate.

B. The watchman had opened the gate.

C. The watchman opened the gate.

D. The watchman opens the gate.

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Simple past passive 'was opened' → active 'The watchman opened the gate'.

This question belongs to: English Active and Passive Voice

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I noticed him leaving the house.

A. He is noticed leaving the house by me.

B. He was noticed leave the house by me.

C. He was noticed to leave the house by me.

D. He was noticed leaving the house by me.

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
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