Misplaced and Dangling Modifiers ACT Practice

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11th - 12th 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
What is a dangling modifier?
Back
A dangling modifier is a word or phrase that modifies a word not clearly stated in the sentence, often leading to unclear or illogical sentences.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify a misplaced modifier in a sentence?
Back
Look for modifiers that are not placed next to the word they are supposed to modify, which can create confusion about what is being described.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct placement of modifiers in a sentence?
Back
Modifiers should be placed as close as possible to the words they modify to avoid confusion and ensure clarity.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of a sentence with a dangling modifier.
Back
"After reading the book, the movie was disappointing." (This implies the movie read the book.)
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you correct a dangling modifier?
Back
You can correct a dangling modifier by rewriting the sentence to clearly indicate what is being modified.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the effect of using misplaced modifiers in writing?
Back
Misplaced modifiers can lead to ambiguity, confusion, and misinterpretation of the intended meaning.
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