My Experience with Dangling Modifiers
Understanding Dangling Modifiers
My dad kept a Model A in the garage that he let me take apart whenever I wanted. My father maintained a Model A in the garage that he gave me permission to disassemble anytime I want. Dangling modifiers.
What would a poorly positioned clause look like? The following are some illustrations of inappropriately positioned modifiers (clauses): Stuart was discovered cheating on his test and earned a failing mark from Ms. Osborne. Stuart was given a failing mark by Ms. when he was discovered to be cheating on his exam.
What does a hanging sentence look like? A doctor's note is necessary in order to be excused from class. It's unclear from this line who requires a note from a doctor in order to be excused. ✓ The word "to" comes first in the dangling modifier. Correction: Students need to provide a doctor's note to get an absence from class.
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What is a poorly positioned clause example?
An example of a poorly positioned clause is "Stuart was given a failing mark by Ms. when he was discovered to be cheating on his exam."