What is a dangling modifier?
Dangling and Misplaced Modifiers

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A dangling modifier is a word or phrase that modifies a word not clearly stated in the sentence. It often creates confusion about what is being modified.
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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, leading to confusion or a misleading sentence.
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Identify the error: "Walking down the hallway, all the lockers were open."
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This sentence contains a dangling modifier because it suggests that 'all the lockers' were walking.
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Identify the error: "After learning to sit and roll over, Walter entered his puppy in a local dog show."
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This sentence contains a misplaced modifier because it suggests that Walter entered his puppy after learning.
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How can you correct a dangling modifier?
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To correct a dangling modifier, clarify the subject that the modifier is intended to describe.
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How can you correct a misplaced modifier?
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To correct a misplaced modifier, reposition the modifier closer to the word it is intended to modify.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Example of a correct sentence: "The football captain was dazzled by the homecoming queen in her spike heels and ruffled dress."
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This sentence is correct because it clearly indicates who was dazzled and what they were wearing.
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