Rewrite each of the following sentences on your own paper, changing all passive voice verbs to active verbs.
1. The coconut cream pie was gobbled down by the starving Scouts.
2. The little village was drenched by a blinding downpour.
3. The budget was slashed by the angry city council.
4. The football goal posts were toppled by the swarming fans.
5. The pale rose petals were caressed by silver moonbeams.
6. A stern warning to striking workers was issued by the governor.
7. The field was pranced upon by the playful ponies.
8. The air was filled by the steady beat of drums.
9. Through the fog and mist a beacon of assurance was sent out by the old lighthouse.
10. Stories of hardship and suffering were told by old Mrs. Hawkins.
