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Which of the following sentences contains a dangling modifier? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following sentences contains a dangling modifier? (Select all that apply)
The sentence 'John wants to really do well on this exam' contains which of the following errors?
Which of the following sentences contains a dangling participial phrase? (Select all that apply)
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Which of the following sentences contains a dangling gerund phrase? (Select all that apply)
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Which of the following sentences contains a dangling modifier? (Select all that apply)
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Which of the following sentences has a misplaced modifier? (Select all that apply)
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Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct? (Select all that apply)
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Which of the following sentences has a misplaced modifier? (Select all that apply)
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Which of the following sentences has a misplaced modifier? (Select all that apply)
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Study Notes
Dangling Modifiers
- A dangling modifier often leads to a sentence that incorrectly describes someone or something.
- Example of a hanging modifier: "To raise a good dog, patience is useful." This suggests patience is raising the dog.
- Correct sentence: "To raise a good dog, one must have patience."
Recognizing Dangling Modifiers
- Not all sentences contain dangling modifiers; sentences like "After washing my car, I waxed it." are correct.
- Sentences should maintain clarity to avoid misinterpretation.
Split Infinitives
- A split infinitive occurs when a word comes between "to" and the verb, affecting sentence flow.
- Example: "John wants to really do well on this exam." The correct phrasing should avoid splitting the infinitive.
Dangling Participial Phrases
- These modify the wrong subject, leading to confusion.
- Example: "When taking a grammar quiz, concentration is everything." This implies "concentration" is taking the quiz.
Dangling Gerund Phrases
- Gerunds can also dangle, leading to awkward phrasing.
- Example: "On completing the grammar quiz, spiking your pencil is acceptable." This inaccurately implies the pencil is completing the quiz.
Misplaced Modifiers
- They can lead to ambiguity or alter the meaning of a sentence.
- Example of a misplaced modifier: "A dog appeared in my dreams that sang like an angel." This incorrectly suggests the dog in the dream sang rather than it appearing in dreams.
Grammatical Correctness
- Certain phrases can be grammatically correct yet ambiguous.
- For instance, "Only Bill wanted to go to the lake," clarifies Bill's intentions without implying others were considered.
Contextual Understanding of Modifiers
- Modifier placement is critical for sentence clarity.
- Recognizing proper structure helps improve writing and comprehension.
Summarizing Key Points
- Awareness of modifiers, both dangling and misplaced, aids in clearer writing.
- Correct usage leads to effective communication while avoiding potential misunderstandings.
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