Question

Complete the sentences with the present or past forms of the passive. 1 The masterpiece 19th century (paint) 2 Today, some artists by the artist in the by society (not accept) by the president last 3 The museum weekend (open) 4 The painting-by a gallery (not buy) 5 During the war, paintings collectors. (hide) 6 The artist by some by the critics for many years. (not mention) 7 Today most of his sculptures New York gallery (own) 8 Abstract art by a by many people (appreciate)

Answer 1

1) was painted

2) are not accepted

3) is opened

4) wasn't bought

5) were hidden

6) wasn't mentioned

7) are owned

8) is appreciated

Answer 2

1. The masterpiece was painted in the 19th century.
2. Today, some artists are not accepted by society. They were not accepted by the president last year.
3. The museum is open on weekends.
4. The painting was not bought by a gallery.
5. During the war, paintings were hidden by collectors.
6. The artist was not mentioned by some of the critics for many years.
7. Today, most of his sculptures are owned by a New York gallery.
8. Abstract art is appreciated by many people.