Select the correct passive voice of: 'The news did not surprise us.' MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the correct passive voice of: 'The news did not surprise us.'

A. We were not surprised by the news.

B. We were not being surprised by the news.

C. We had not been surprised by the news.

D. We are not surprised by the news.

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Simple past negative: Object + was/were + not + past participle + by + subject.

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Choose the correct active voice of: 'The office was not informed about the meeting.'

A. They did not inform the office about the meeting.

B. They do not inform the office about the meeting.

C. They had not informed the office about the meeting.

D. They were not informing the office about the meeting.

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Simple past negative passive → active 'They did not inform the office about the meeting'.

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Question #2

The train leaves at 6 a.m. and we must catch it.

A. The train leaves at 6 a.m. and we must be caught it.

B. The train leaves at 6 a.m. and must be caught by us.

C. The train is left at 6 a.m. and must be caught by us.

D. The train leaves at 6 a.m. and it must be caught by us.

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Only the second clause changes; ‘it must be caught’ correct.

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Select the correct passive voice of: 'The boss will give you instructions.'

A. You would be given instructions by the boss.

B. Both A and B.

C. Instructions will be given to you by the boss.

D. You will be given instructions by the boss.

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Two objects: both forms correct.

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