徐凯 Shu Ki
Why this sentence is in passive form？
In 1951 the Conservatives were returned to power. This sentence
Aug 22, 2014 6:43 AM
Answers · 4
"Why is this sentence in passive form?"
In this example, "were returned to power" means people voted for them, ie. the Conservatives received the action.
August 22, 2014
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徐凯 Shu Ki
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