Dangling and Misplaced Modifiers

A(n) ___ is a word, phrase, or clause that modifies (or describes) another word and adds detail to a sentence.

• verb
• modifier
• adjective
• adverb

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1G

Muffled in heavy clothing, the hike up the mountain was tiring.

• correct

• incorrect

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

To be a good opera singer, clear enunciation is extremely important.

• correct

• incorrect

Tags

CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.1G

While jogging along Center Street, Elia saw a dog.

• correct

• incorrect

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

Standing near the runway, the noise of the jets was deafening.

• correct

• incorrect

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

Uncle Jim bought a new carriage for the baby that was named "Boodle Buggy."

• correct

• incorrect

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

Left alone in the house, the thunderstorm terrified him.

• correct

• incorrect

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

Two meetings have been held in the office of the State Athletic Commission to make arrangements for a return bout.

• correct

• incorrect

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

Looking out the window, a remarkable sight appeared.

• correct

• incorrect

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

Plans for a new road have finally been approved after three years of red tape to stretch across the valley.

• correct

• incorrect

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1F