Dangling Modifiers - Assessment

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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, often leading to confusion.

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How can you identify a dangling modifier?

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Look for phrases that seem to describe a noun that is not present 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 improperly separated from the word it modifies, causing ambiguity.

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Provide an example of a dangling modifier.

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"While reading the book, the lights went out." (It sounds like the lights were reading the book.)

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How can you correct a dangling modifier?

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Rephrase the sentence to clearly indicate what is being modified.

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What is the difference between a dangling modifier and a misplaced modifier?

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A dangling modifier lacks a clear subject, while a misplaced modifier is incorrectly placed but has a subject.

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Why is it important to avoid dangling modifiers?

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Avoiding dangling modifiers ensures clarity and precision in writing.

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What is the correct form of this sentence: 'While standing in line for movie tickets, lightning flashed.'?

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"While John stood in line for movie tickets, lightning flashed."

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Identify the error: 'In spike heels and a ruffled dress, the football captain was dazzled by the homecoming queen.'

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This sentence has a dangling modifier; it implies the football captain was wearing the dress.

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How can you fix the sentence: 'While watching the football game, Sue's horse ran away.'?

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"While Sue was watching the football game, her horse ran away."