1. 능동태와 수동태 구별

 
-능동 뒤에는 목적어

-수동 뒤에는 목적어 ×. 수식어 ○

Mr. James insists that he is innocent.

The investigation was conducted by Ms. Murphy.

☆ 중요

[1] 능동

She eats chicken.

She is eating chicken.

She has eaten chicken.

[2] 수동

Chicken is eaten by her.

Chicken is being eaten by her.

Chicken has been eaten by her.

2. 수동태의 짝 표현

-be engaged in

John is engaged in cancer research.

-be involved in

He was involved in the incident.

-be interested in

-be dedicated to

-be exposed to

The secret was exposed to the media.

-be related to

The work environment is related to productivity.

-be surprised at

We were surprised at his behavior.

-be shocked at

The writer was shocked at the criticism.

-be frightened at

-be(dis)satisfied with

-be pleased with

We are pleased with the recent sales increase.

-be equipped with

Each room is equipped with basic furniture.