Correct Misplaced and Dangling Modifiers
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7TH GRADE WRITING · FLASHCARDS
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QUESTION
Identify the problem: "The student said on Friday she would submit the essay."
QUESTION
Find and correct the squinting modifier: "Students who study often get better grades."
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What is the most reliable fix for a misplaced modifier?
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Move the modifier next to the word it describes. Proximity ensures the modifier clearly connects to its target.
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