1. Complete the sentences with AM/ARE/IS and translate them into your native language.
What ... this called in English?
I ... paid on the first of every month.
Jane ... often sent to the Singapore office.
... any classes taught on Wednesdays?
More chocolate ... eaten in the USA than in any other country.
2. Put Simple Passive verbs into these sentences and translate them into your native language.
Arabic ... from right to left. (write)
Those programmes ... by millions of people every week. (watch)
Cricket ... by two teams of 11 players. (play)
We ... by the birds every morning. (wake up)
I ... nice presents every birthday.(give)
3. Use the following words to complete answers to the questions, using Present Progressive Passive (grass / cut, I / send, it / clean, my hair / cut, she / interview, watch / repair).
'Can't we play on the football pitch?' 'No, the grass is being cut.'
'Can't you wear your blue suit tonight?' 'No, ...............................'
'Did Alice get that new job?' 'Not yet - ...............................today'.
'What time is it?' 'Sorry, I don't know: ........................................'
'Why the big smile?' '...................................to Hawaii for a week.'
I usually read a magazine while .................................................