Passive versus active
Actor is unknown Actor is known
1. The file is opened. 1. Ralph opens the file.
2. The file is opened by Ralph. 2. Ralph opens the file.
Uses “to be” Uses strong verbs
1. The file is printed. 1. I print the file.
2. The program is compiled. 2. I compile the program.
3. Lunch is eaten. 3. I eat lunch.