Dangling Modifiers

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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.

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Identify the error: 'Running down the street, the dog barked loudly.'

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The modifier 'Running down the street' incorrectly describes 'the dog' instead of the person running.

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How can you fix a dangling modifier?

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You can fix a dangling modifier by rewriting the sentence to clearly show what is being modified.

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Example of a corrected sentence: 'After finishing the homework, the TV was turned on.'

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Corrected: 'After finishing the homework, I turned on the TV.'

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What is a misplaced modifier?

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A misplaced modifier is a word or phrase that is not placed correctly in a sentence, leading to confusion.

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Identify the error: 'She almost drove her kids to school every day.'

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The modifier 'almost' is misplaced, suggesting she did not drive them at all.

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How can you fix a misplaced modifier?

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You can fix a misplaced modifier by moving it closer to the word it is supposed to modify.

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Example of a corrected sentence: 'He saw the dog running in the park.'

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Corrected: 'Running in the park, he saw the dog.'

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What is the difference between a dangling modifier and a misplaced modifier?

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A dangling modifier lacks a clear subject, while a misplaced modifier is incorrectly positioned.

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Identify the correct sentence: 'The cat chased the mouse that was running fast.'

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This sentence is correct; the modifier clearly describes 'the mouse'.