Misplaced Modifiers Review

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What is a misplaced modifier?

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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 misplaced modifier in the sentence: 'We ran from the hideous mutants as fast as possible.'

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The phrase 'as fast as possible' is misplaced, suggesting that the mutants are fast.

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What does it mean when a sentence is correct regarding modifiers?

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A correct sentence uses modifiers in a way that clearly and accurately describes the intended subject without ambiguity.

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Identify the misplaced modifier in the sentence: 'He nearly drove the car for six hours a day.'

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The word 'nearly' is misplaced, implying he almost drove but did not.

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Which sentence is correct: 'Running towards the bus, Mark dropped his wallet.' or 'Mark dropped his wallet running towards the bus.'?

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'Mark dropped his wallet running towards the bus.' contains a misplaced modifier.

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How can you correct a misplaced modifier?

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You can correct a misplaced modifier by rearranging the sentence to place the modifier next to the word it is meant to modify.

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Correct the sentence: 'Barking loudly, the mailman was afraid of the dog.'

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The mailman was afraid of the dog that was barking loudly.

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Which sentence contains a misplaced modifier: 'The girl walked her dog wearing a red collar.' or 'The girl, wearing a red collar, walked her dog.'?

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'The girl walked her dog wearing a red collar.' suggests the dog is wearing the collar.

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

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

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Provide an example of a sentence with a misplaced modifier.

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'She saw the man with the telescope.' (It is unclear if she used the telescope or if the man had it.)