11th grade 2.0

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What is a modifier in a sentence?

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A modifier is a word, phrase, or clause that provides description in sentences. Modifiers can clarify or enhance the meaning of a word or phrase.

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What is a misplaced modifier?

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A misplaced modifier is a word or phrase that is improperly separated from the word it modifies, leading to confusion or ambiguity.

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What is a dangling modifier?

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A dangling modifier is a word or phrase that modifies a word not clearly stated in the sentence, often leading to unclear or nonsensical meanings.

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How can you identify a correctly placed modifier?

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A correctly placed modifier is positioned next to the word it modifies, ensuring clarity and precision in meaning.

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What inference can be drawn from a text?

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An inference is a conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements in the text.

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What is the importance of context in understanding a passage?

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Context provides background information and circumstances that help clarify the meaning of the text and the intentions of the author.

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What does it mean to infer a character's age from a text?

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Inferring a character's age involves using clues from the text, such as their actions, dialogue, and descriptions, to deduce their age.

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What is the role of descriptive language in writing?

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Descriptive language enhances writing by creating vivid images and engaging the reader's senses, making the text more relatable and interesting.

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What is the difference between 'imply' and 'infer'?

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To imply is to suggest something indirectly, while to infer is to deduce or conclude information based on what has been implied.

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What is an example of a misplaced modifier?

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"She almost drove her kids to school every day." (It suggests she nearly did, rather than she did it almost every day.)