For each of the following sentences, select "active" if the sentence is written in active voice or "passive" if the sentence is written in passive voice.
-The foul shot was made by Redick.
A) active
B) passive

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The sentence is written in passive voice because the focus is on the action of the foul shot being made, rather than who made it. The subject "Redick" is in the complement position of the sentence, rather than the subject position.

For Each of the Following Sentences, Select "Active" If the Sentence