Active voice and passive voice are two different ways to structure a sentence based on the relationship between the subject, verb, and object.

In active voice, the subject performs the action expressed by the verb, while in passive voice, the subject receives the action of the verb. Here’s a breakdown of each:

1. Active Voice:
   • The subject of the sentence performs the action expressed by the verb.
   • It often sounds more direct and straightforward.
   • Example: “The cat chased the mouse.”
     • Subject: The cat
     • Verb: chased
     • Object: the mouse
2. Passive Voice:
   • The subject of the sentence receives the action of the verb or is acted upon by the verb.
   • It’s often used when the focus is on the action rather than the doer.
   • Example: “The mouse was chased by the cat.”
     • Subject: The mouse
     • Verb: was chased
     • Agent: by the cat (optional, indicates who performed the action)

In the passive voice example, notice how the focus shifts from the cat (the doer) to the mouse (the receiver of the action). Passive voice can be useful in various contexts, such as when the doer is unknown, when the doer is less important, or when the writer wants to emphasize the action itself rather than the doer.

However, it’s generally recommended to use active voice whenever possible as it tends to be clearer, more direct, and more engaging for readers. Passive voice can sometimes lead to ambiguity or convoluted sentence structures.