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Jooney Posted 14 years ago
Grammar

Adjective or passive

Hi,

The dogs were frightened by a noise outside the door. For this reason, they barked incessantly until I reassured them no one was there.

Is "frightened" an adjective or a passive form of "frighten" in this context?

I'd appreciate your help.
  

Top answer

passive form

— Anonymous

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jooneyIs "frightened" an adjective or a passive form of "frighten" in this context?
That's easy. The agent is given in a by clause.

A noise frightened the dogs.

CJ
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Thank you anon, for the reply.
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Thank you very much, CJ. Emotion: smile
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