Active and Passive Voice – English Grammar Test for B2
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PASSAGE
A major fire broke out at the historic Greenfield Museum last night, causing significant damage to several galleries. The fire is believed to have started in the basement, where renovation work was being carried out during the day. Firefighters were called immediately after smoke was seen coming from the roof. More than thirty fire engines were sent to the scene, and the blaze was finally brought under control early this morning.
Fortunately, no visitors or staff members were injured, though some valuable paintings are thought to have been destroyed. A famous 17th-century portrait was saved thanks to the quick reaction of a security guard, who is being praised by the museum director for his bravery. The museum had been closed for renovation work, so only a few employees were inside when the fire started. It is expected that the full restoration of the damaged areas will take at least two years.
The cause of the fire is still being investigated, but early reports suggest that faulty electrical wiring may have been responsible. New safety measures are now being introduced to prevent a similar incident in the future. The Greenfield Museum, which was founded in 1892, is considered one of the most important cultural landmarks in the country. Its collection of ancient artifacts and classic paintings has been admired by millions of visitors over the decades.
1 Where did the fire happen?
(a) In a theater
(b) In the Greenfield Museum
(c) In a shopping mall
2 When did the fire start?
(a) During the morning
(b) During the day
(c) At night
3 Where is the fire believed to have started?
(a) In the roof
(b) In the basement
(c) In the gallery
4 What was happening in the basement during the day?
(a) Renovation work
(b) Cleaning
(c) Filming
5 Who called the firefighters?
(a) Security guards
(b) The police
(c) Not stated
6 How many fire engines were sent to the scene?
(a) Over twenty
(b) Over thirty
(c) Over fifty
7 What happened early this morning?
(a) The fire was put out.
(b) The museum reopened.
(c) The staff returned.
8 Were there any injuries?
(a) Yes, several
(b) No
(c) Only minor
9 What kind of artwork was destroyed?
(a) Sculptures
(b) Paintings
(c) Photographs
10 Who saved a famous portrait?
(a) A firefighter
(b) A security guard
(c) The museum director
11 How was the security guard described?
(a) Careless
(b) Brave
(c) Lucky
12 Why was the museum closed?
(a) For renovation
(b) For public holidays
(c) For safety reasons
13 How many employees were inside during the fire?
(a) Many
(b) A few
(c) None
14 How long will the restoration take?
(a) A few months
(b) Two years
(c) At least two years
15 What is still being investigated?
(a) The museum director’s report
(b) The cause of the fire
(c) The cost of the damage
16 What may have caused the fire?
(a) Carelessness
(b) Faulty electrical wiring
(c) A gas explosion
17 What is being introduced now?
(a) New safety measures
(b) New staff
(c) New exhibitions
18 When was the museum founded?
(a) In 1892
(b) In 1792
(c) In 1992
19 What is the Greenfield Museum considered to be?
(a) A shopping center
(b) A cultural landmark
(c) A new institution
20 Who is the museum director praising?
(a) The firefighters
(b) The visitors
(c) The security guard
21 What is the tone of the article?
(a) Humorous
(b) Informative
(c) Angry
22 What kind of voice is mainly used in the passage?
(a) Active voice
(b) Passive voice
(c) Imperative
23 Which verb form appears frequently in the text?
(a) is/was + past participle
(b) will + verb
(c) used to + verb
24 Which sentence from the text is in the passive voice?
(a) Firefighters called the police.
(b) Firefighters were called immediately.
(c) The fire damaged the roof.
25 What tense is used in “The fire is believed to have started”?
(a) Present perfect
(b) Passive infinitive
(c) Present passive with perfect infinitive
26 Why is the guard being praised?
(a) He was late.
(b) He acted quickly.
(c) He painted the portrait.
27 What will the museum do next?
(a) Reopen next week
(b) Start restoration work
(c) Relocate to a new building
28 What kind of artifacts does the museum hold?
(a) Ancient and classic ones
(b) Modern sculptures
(c) Musical instruments
29 What part of the museum was mostly affected?
(a) Several galleries
(b) The lobby
(c) The main office
30 What is the main purpose of the text?
(a) To advertise the museum
(b) To inform about an incident
(c) To discuss art restoration
Answer
1 (b) In the Greenfield Museum – Mentioned in line 1.
2 (c) At night – “Last night” = time reference.
3 (b) In the basement – “Believed to have started in the basement.”
4 (a) Renovation work – Mentioned explicitly.
5 (c) Not stated – The text doesn’t mention who called.
6 (b) Over thirty – “More than thirty fire engines.”
7 (a) The fire was put out. – “Was brought under control early this morning.”
8 (b) No – “Fortunately, no visitors or staff were injured.”
9 (b) Paintings – “Some valuable paintings are thought to have been destroyed.”
10 (b) A security guard – Clearly stated.
11 (b) Brave – “Praised for his bravery.”
12 (a) For renovation – “Had been closed for renovation.”
13 (b) A few – “Only a few employees were inside.”
14 (c) At least two years – “Will take at least two years.”
15 (b) The cause of the fire – “Is still being investigated.”
16 (b) Faulty electrical wiring – “May have been responsible.”
17 (a) New safety measures – “Are now being introduced.”
18 (a) In 1892 – “Was founded in 1892.”
19 (b) A cultural landmark – “Considered one of the most important cultural landmarks.”
20 (c) The security guard – “Praised by the museum director.”
21 (b) Informative – Neutral, factual tone.
22 (b) Passive voice – Most verbs are in passive form.
23 (a) is/was + past participle – Typical passive structure.
24 (b) Firefighters were called immediately. – Classic passive.
25 (c) Present passive with perfect infinitive – is believed to have started.
26 (b) He acted quickly. – Saved the painting thanks to quick reaction.
27 (b) Start restoration work – “Full restoration… will take two years.”
28 (a) Ancient and classic ones – “Collection of ancient artifacts and classic paintings.”
29 (a) Several galleries – “Damage to several galleries.”
30 (b) To inform about an incident – The passage reports a factual event.