Fixing Misplaced Modifiers
7th Grade · ELA · 15 min· Ccss Ccss.ela-literacy.l.7.1
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Learning Objective
I can identify and correct misplaced modifiers in sentences.
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A modifier is a word, phrase, or clause that provides description in a sentence.
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A misplaced modifier is a modifier that is too far from the word it is describing, which can cause confusion.
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To correct misplaced modifiers, move the modifier closer to the word or phrase it is meant to modify, or rearrange the sentence for clarity.
