Asked by Alyssa Everett on Jul 08, 2024
Verified
Which of the following sentences has a dangling modifier?
A) Running to catch the school bus, my book fell in the mud.
B) Not only the students but also the professor was anxious to finish the class.
C) Neither of those hats suits your dress.
D) Everyone likes Millie's chicken pie.
E) Something in that juice makes me sneeze.
Dangling Modifier
A word or phrase that modifies a word not clearly stated in the sentence, often leading to confusion or a humorous misinterpretation.
Modifier
A word, phrase, or clause that qualifies or describes another word, phrase, or clause, altering its meaning.
- Identify and correct dangling modifiers.
Verified Answer
MC
Matthew ConwayJul 10, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The phrase "running to catch the school bus" doesn't have a clear subject to attach to and therefore creates confusion about who or what is running.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and correct dangling modifiers.
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