Misplace 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

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Why is it important to avoid misplaced modifiers?

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Avoiding misplaced modifiers is important because they can change the meaning of a sentence and lead to misunderstandings.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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Identify the correct sentence: 'The dog barked loudly at the man with a hat.' or 'The man with a hat barked loudly at the dog.'

Back

The dog barked loudly at the man with a hat.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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What is the role of modifiers in a sentence?

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Modifiers provide additional information about a noun or verb, helping to clarify or enhance the meaning of the sentence.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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How can you identify a misplaced modifier?

Back

A misplaced modifier can often be identified by checking if the modifier is placed next to the word it is supposed to modify.

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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Correct the misplaced modifier: 'She almost drove her kids to school every day.'

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'She drove her kids to school almost every day.'

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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What is an example of a dangling modifier?

Back

'After reading the book, the movie was disappointing.' (The subject of the sentence is unclear.)

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C

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How can you fix a dangling modifier?

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You can fix a dangling modifier by ensuring the subject of the sentence is clearly stated and directly related to the modifier.

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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

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Provide an example of a sentence with a misplaced modifier.

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'The girl saw the dog running down the street with a broken leg.' (It sounds like the dog has a broken leg, not the girl.)

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CCSS.L.11-12.3A

CCSS.L.7.1C