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Grammar and Linguistics > Which is correct, and why?
Which is correct, and why?

Jennings Teacher
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Which is correct, and why?
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"the challenges deriving from individual differences" AND/OR "the challenges derived from individual differences" I am not a linguist, so when my co-teachers ask me questions like this I am at a loss for how to answer them. I will appreciate any help you can offer. Thank you! ~Breanna Jennings
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9 Mar 2015
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maryse pey�
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In the 1st sentence you can replace DERIVING by WHICH DERIVE l "the challenges which derive from individual difference make you stronger" (for example) The sentence is ACTIVE.
In the 2nd sentence DERIVED can be turned into WHICH ARE DERIVED : "The challenges which are derived from individual challenges are particularly interesting to note down." (for example) This sentence is PASSIVE.
-ING is indicating an active action, even in the adjectives whereas -ED is the mark of passive, even in the adjectives.
Hope my explanation is clear.
Have a good day.
Maryse. |
10 Mar 2015
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cunliffe
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Excellent answer from Maryse. |
10 Mar 2015
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Jennings Teacher
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Thank you very much, Maryse! Your answer is clear and easy to understand. Thank you for taking the time to answer my question. ^^ |
11 Mar 2015
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Peter Hardy
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Both Lynn and I have learned something here. Thanks, Maryssa (Your name according to the spell checker :-) . Active Passive |
12 Mar 2015
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