Why might a writer choose to use the passive voice? A. To show who did the action in the sentence
B. To focus on the object of an action rather than on who did the
action
C. To emphasize that the actions in the sentence took place at the
same time
D. To focus on what caused the events of the sentence rather than
what the effects were

B

Explanation:

The passive voice is used when we want to emphasize the action (the verb) and the object of a sentence rather than subject.

the sample answer on e2020

conflicting values are demonstrated between two different groups in animal farm. first, the farm animals value hard work. this is shown by them working late and working long hours at the request of the pigs. napoleon and the pigs, however, sleep late daily. furthermore, the animals value equality. this differs from the value of napoleon and the other pigs. instead of equality, they value only gaining power and maintaining their own privilege, which is demonstrated by their taking extra milk and sleeping in beds.

answer: librarians is the correct word.