Misplaced and Dangling Modifiers

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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 in a sentence.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

Front

Provide an example of a misplaced modifier.

Back

"The dog barked at the mailman with a loud voice." (It sounds like the mailman has a loud voice, not the dog.)

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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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 confusion.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

Front

Provide an example of a dangling modifier.

Back

"Running down the street, the dog chased the cat." (It sounds like the dog was running, not the person.)

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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How can you correct a misplaced modifier?

Back

You can correct a misplaced modifier by placing it next to the word it is supposed to modify.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

Front

What is the purpose of modifiers in a sentence?

Back

Modifiers add detail and description to sentences, helping to clarify meaning.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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Identify the correct placement of the modifier in this sentence: "She only wants to eat cake on her birthday."

Back

The correct placement is: "She wants to eat cake only on her birthday."

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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

Back

A misplaced modifier is incorrectly placed in a sentence, while a dangling modifier lacks a clear subject to modify.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

Front

How can you identify a dangling modifier in a sentence?

Back

Look for phrases that do not clearly connect to the subject of the sentence.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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What is the effect of using misplaced or dangling modifiers in writing?

Back

They can create confusion, misinterpretation, and ambiguity in the meaning of sentences.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C