Misplaced Modifiers V2

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What is a misplaced modifier?

Back

A misplaced modifier is a word, phrase, or clause that is improperly separated from the word it modifies, leading to confusion or ambiguity.

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Identify the problem in this sentence: 'To finish by the 3 p.m. deadline, the computer keyboard sang with Sylvia's flying fingers.'

Back

The modifier 'to finish by the 3 p.m. deadline' is misplaced; it suggests that the keyboard is finishing, not Sylvia.

Front

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, often leading to confusion.

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Identify the problem in this sentence: 'Scrubbing the tile grout with bleach and an old toothbrush, the mildew stains began to fade.'

Back

The sentence suggests that the mildew stains are scrubbing, which is incorrect; we don't know who is doing the scrubbing.

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What is the correct version of this sentence: 'Doing my homework, the radio next door was distracting.'?

Back

While I was doing my homework, the radio next door was distracting.

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Why is this sentence incorrect? 'Emma Sue was delighted when Mr. Nguyen returned her perfect calculus test with an ear-to-ear grin.'

Back

It sounds like the calculus test has the grin, not Mr. Nguyen.

Front

What is the effect of a misplaced modifier on a sentence?

Back

It can create confusion or a humorous effect by making the sentence unclear.

Front

Provide an example of a correct sentence without misplaced modifiers.

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The teacher returned the graded test to Emma Sue with a smile.

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What should you do to avoid misplaced modifiers?

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Place modifiers next to the words they modify to ensure clarity.

Front

Identify the type of modifier in this sentence: 'Two cars were reported stolen by the police this week.'

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Misplaced modifier.