Dangling Participles

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What is a dangling participle?

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A dangling participle is a word or phrase that modifies a noun that is not clearly stated in the sentence, often leading to confusion or a humorous effect.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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Identify the error in the sentence: 'After swimming in the cold water, the warm towel provided much comfort.'

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The sentence contains a dangling participle because it implies that the warm towel was swimming in the cold water.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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How can you correct a dangling participle?

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You can correct a dangling participle by rewriting the sentence to clearly state the noun that the participle is modifying.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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Provide an example of a correct sentence using a participial phrase.

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Raising her hand, Olivia asked the teacher a question.

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CCSS.L.1.4C

CCSS.L.8.1A

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What is the function of a participial phrase in a sentence?

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A participial phrase acts as an adjective, providing more information about a noun or pronoun in the sentence.

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CCSS.L.1.4C

CCSS.L.8.1A

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What is the difference between a participle and a dangling participle?

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A participle is a verb form used as an adjective, while a dangling participle lacks a clear noun to modify, leading to ambiguity.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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Rewrite the following sentence to eliminate the dangling participle: 'Walking to the store, the rain soaked my clothes.'

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Walking to the store, I got soaked by the rain.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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What is the role of context in identifying dangling participles?

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Context helps clarify which noun the participle is intended to modify, making it easier to spot dangling participles.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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Why is it important to avoid dangling participles in writing?

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Avoiding dangling participles is important for clarity and precision in writing, ensuring that the intended meaning is conveyed.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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Create a sentence with a dangling participle.

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Running down the street, the flowers caught my attention.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C