Dangling Modifiers
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English
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7th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a dangling modifier?
Back
A dangling modifier is a word or phrase that modifies a word not clearly stated in the sentence, often leading to confusion.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why is it important to avoid dangling modifiers?
Back
Avoiding dangling modifiers is important because they can create ambiguity and mislead the reader about what is being modified.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Identify the correct sentence: 'While jogging, the fresh air felt great.' or 'While I was jogging, the fresh air felt great.'
Back
The correct sentence is 'While I was jogging, the fresh air felt great.'
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main issue with the sentence: 'While putting the pie in the oven, the doorbell rang.'?
Back
The issue is that it suggests the doorbell was putting the pie in the oven, which is incorrect.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of a correct sentence using a modifier:
Back
While I was reading, the cat jumped on my lap.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean to clarify a modifier?
Back
To clarify a modifier means to ensure that it clearly and logically relates to the word it is intended to modify.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Identify the correct sentence: 'Leaping from branch to branch, I saw a squirrel.' or 'Leaping from branch to branch, a squirrel searched for food.'
Back
Both sentences are correct, but the first one clarifies who is doing the action.
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