Misplaced Modifiers & Active Voice
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7th - 8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a misplaced modifier?
Back
A misplaced modifier is a word, phrase, or clause that is improperly separated from the word it modifies or describes, leading to confusion or ambiguity.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Example of a misplaced modifier: "Covered in dirt, I gave my dog a bath." What is wrong with this sentence?
Back
The phrase "Covered in dirt" is a misplaced modifier that incorrectly suggests that 'I' was covered in dirt instead of the dog.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the active voice?
Back
The active voice is a sentence structure where the subject performs the action of the verb, making the sentence clearer and more direct.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Convert to active voice: "The car was looked at by a mechanic."
Back
"The mechanic looked at the car."
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Identify the passive voice: "The book was read by the student."
Back
This sentence is in passive voice because the subject (the book) is acted upon by the verb (was read).
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between active and passive voice?
Back
In active voice, the subject performs the action (e.g., 'The dog chased the cat.'). In passive voice, the subject receives the action (e.g., 'The cat was chased by the dog.').
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Convert to active voice: "The song was sung by the choir."
Back
"The choir sang the song."
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