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Interactions 1 Grammar, 4/e
Elaine Kirn
Darcy Jack
Science and Technology

Part 3

In the reading, make a list of the passive voice in the present continuous tense—is/are/am + being + the past participle.



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These days more and more hi-tech technology is being added to many homes. Technology is a big part of our everyday lives. Our homes are being filled with more and more technology all the time. Most of us use basic household technology constantly and can't imagine life without it. For example, in homes all over the world right now, food is being kept cold in refrigerators, floors are being cleaned by vacuum cleaners, and hair is being dried by hair dryers. Amazing new technologies are being developed every day.

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Now find two passive phrases in the reading with agents—by+ a noun. Write the phrases below.








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