Choose the correct active voice of: 'Why were the students punished?' MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Choose the correct active voice of: 'Why were the students punished?'

A. Why was the teacher punishing the students?

B. Why the teacher punished the students?

C. Why did the teacher punish the students?

D. Why had the teacher punished the students?

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Simple past passive interrogative with 'why' → active 'Why did the teacher punish the students?'

This question belongs to: English Active and Passive Voice

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He wants someone to repair his watch.

A. He wants his watch repaired.

B. His watch is wanted to be repaired by him.

C. He wants his watch to be repaired.

D. He is wanted his watch to be repaired.

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Correct Answer: Option C

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