Exam 23: Correcting Problems With Modifiers

Some of the following sentences contain misplaced or dangling modifier errors. Correct them by moving, adding, changing or removing words. Label correct sentences OK. -After six hours of studying, the test was not difficult.

Select the answer that corrects the modifier errors. -Without checking the cost, the sequined wedding gown on the mannequin was purchased.

Some of the following sentences contain misplaced or dangling modifier errors. Correct them by moving, adding, changing or removing words. Label correct sentences OK. -Disturbed by the dancers, the lamp tipped nearly over.

Select the answer that corrects the modifier errors. -Tired and thirsty after the hike, the sight of the house was welcomed.

Some of the following sentences contain misplaced or dangling modifier errors. Correct them by moving, adding, changing or removing words. Label correct sentences OK. -We want only to watch cartoons on television.

Select the answer that corrects the modifier errors. -While attempting to fax the documents, the customer's number was misdialed.

Some of the following sentences contain misplaced or dangling modifier errors. Correct them by moving, adding, changing or removing words. Label correct sentences OK. -We took the dog to the vet with fleas.

Some of the following sentences contain misplaced or dangling modifier errors. Correct them by moving, adding, changing or removing words. Label correct sentences OK. -Samantha gave her father a watch with a gold band.

Select the answer that corrects the modifier errors. -Destroyed by fire, we searched for valuables in the ashes of the museum.

Select the answer that corrects the modifier errors. -The dentist told me to floss my teeth during my visit with a stern look.

Some of the following sentences contain misplaced or dangling modifier errors. Correct them by moving, adding, changing or removing words. Label correct sentences OK. -Exhausted after working a double shift, the bed was warm and soothing.

Some of the following sentences contain misplaced or dangling modifier errors. Correct them by moving, adding, changing or removing words. Label correct sentences OK. -The clerk gave a sundae to the child with a cherry on top.

Select the answer that corrects the modifier errors. -Struggling to keep his head above water, the rescuers in the helicopter spotted the drowning man.

Select the answer that corrects the modifier errors. -The puppy chewed a hole in the shoes that we selected at the pound.

Select the answer that corrects the modifier errors. -At the age of six, my mother was promoted to full partner in her law firm.

Select the answer that corrects the modifier errors. -Jeff slowly opened the door, afraid of seeing his angry girlfriend.

Some of the following sentences contain misplaced or dangling modifier errors. Correct them by moving, adding, changing or removing words. Label correct sentences OK. -Tangled and dirty, my mother spent two hours styling my hair.

Some of the following sentences contain misplaced or dangling modifier errors. Correct them by moving, adding, changing or removing words. Label correct sentences OK. -Afraid of being burned by the sun, Tammy crouched under the umbrella.

Select the answer that corrects the modifier errors. -While making plans for vacation, the phone in the den rang.

Select the answer that corrects the modifier errors. -Driving over rugged terrain, the supplies in the back of the jeep fell to the floor.