Dangling & Misplaced Modifiers Review

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What is a modifier?

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A modifier is a word, phrase, or clause that describes or adds detail to another word in a sentence.

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Identify the correct placement of modifiers in a sentence.

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Modifiers should be placed next to the word they modify to avoid confusion.

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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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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 about what it modifies.

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Example of a dangling modifier:

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"Running down the street, the flowers were beautiful." (This implies the flowers were running.)

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Example of a misplaced modifier:

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"She almost drove her kids to school every day." (This implies she nearly did, but didn't.)

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How can you fix a dangling modifier?

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Rephrase the sentence to clearly indicate what is being modified.

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How can you fix a misplaced modifier?

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Rearrange the sentence so that the modifier is next to the word it modifies.

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What is the effect of using clear modifiers in writing?

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Clear modifiers enhance clarity and precision, making sentences easier to understand.

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Identify the sentence with the correct modifier placement: "On her way to school, Marissa found a woman's green purse."

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This sentence correctly places the modifier next to the word it describes.