VWO4 P2 lesson 12 passive + review writing

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vwo
• Leerjaar 4

What do I expect of you?

• Do your work!
• Try to speak as much English as possible. 
• Be mindful, respectful & communicate!
• Be on time: more than 5 minutes = too late. 
• Raise your hand if you have a question and be silent during explanations of me/student. 
• Phones are in your bags, bags are on the floor.
• No eating or drinking in the classroom (gum included), water is allowed. 

Read your book

learning goals

I know how to use the passive.

I can write a review about one of the discussed medieval stories.

recap tenses

I have lived here since 2004.

1. past simple
2. past continuous
3. present perfect
4. past perfect

I [was listening] to my music, so I didn't hear the phone ring.

1. present perfect
2. present continuous
3. past perfect
4. past continuous

She was playing the piano while Ann _______ on stage.

1. sang
2. was singing
3. sings
4. is singing

She didn’t eat any of the dinner because she ________ a big lunch.

1. ate
2. was eating
3. is eating
4. had eaten

the passive

Passives

What makes a sentence passive?

The combination of 'to be' + past participle (volt. dlw) makes a sentence passive

The woman is bitten (by the dog).

The wound was stitched (by the doctor).

The Government is planning a new road near my house.

1. passive
2. active

This room has been painted blue.

1. passive
2. active

Cricket is played in Australia.

1. passive
2. active

The friends have been looking forward to meeting her.

1. passive
2. active

Make a passive:
Lots of books ...(read, not) by those children yet.

1. aren't read
2. isn't read
3. weren't read
4. haven't been read

Make a passive:
Lots of books ... (buy) by my father every year.

1. are bought
2. is bought
3. were bought
4. have been bought

Let's recap some review basics

introduction

Start with an engaging sentence. Briefly mention the title, author/director, and genre. Briefly state your overall opinion. E.g. “while it had a boring start, the story appears”

Body paragraphs

• Plot/Story: Briefly summarize without spoiling key plot points. Discuss pacing, structure, and how the story unfolds.
  
• Characters: Analyze key characters. Are they believable? Do they develop? What are their motivations?
  
• Themes: Identify and discuss the main themes (e.g., love, loss, redemption, social issues).
  
• Writing Style Techniques: Analyze the author's use of language (e.g. imagery, metaphors, humour, tone).
  
• Quotes: Use direct quotes from the text or movie script to support your points.
  
• Specific examples: Cite scenes, events, or character interactions.
  

conclusion

• Briefly summarize your main opinion. 
• Connect the work to broader issues or your own experiences.
• Would you recommend this work to others? Why or why not?
  

other tips

• Express your genuine thoughts and feelings BE ORIGINAL

• Use clear and concise language: Avoid jargon and overly complex sentences.

• Even if you're expressing strong opinions, be respectful and professional.

• Check for any grammatical errors or typos.

show what you know

• Choose one of the medieval stories we've discussed.
• Write a review with at least 5 paragraphs (introduction, 3 body paragraphs and conclusion). 
• Be informative, persuasive and analytical. 
• Mention at least plot, characters and theme in your review.

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