Dangling Modifiers
1 / 15Spot the dangling and misplaced modifiers that can turn sentences into unintentional comedy!
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Which sentence has a dangling modifier?
About Dangling Modifiers
Give your memory a workout with Dangling Modifiers: 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty, free to play right in your browser. Spot the dangling and misplaced modifiers that can turn sentences into unintentional comedy! Expect to spend about 7 minutes; every question comes with an explanation, so you learn something even when you miss.
A few sample questions
1. Which sentence has a dangling modifier?
Answer: Walking to the store, the rain began to fall.
2. Which sentence correctly fixes a dangling modifier?
Answer: Running quickly, she crossed the finish line.
3. Which sentence contains a misplaced modifier?
Answer: She almost drove her kids to school every day.
4. What is a dangling modifier?
Answer: A modifier that doesn't clearly refer to the word it modifies
5. Which sentence has a dangling modifier? 'After reading the book, ___.'
Answer: the review was written.
Frequently asked questions
Will I lose my progress if I close the page?
Your overall progress — XP, streaks, and badges — is saved in your browser automatically. A quiz that's underway restarts if you leave mid-game, but at about 7 minutes, Dangling Modifiers fits comfortably in one sitting.
How many questions are in Dangling Modifiers?
Dangling Modifiers has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is Dangling Modifiers free to play?
Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Dangling Modifiers — is free, with no sign-up required, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded once.
How long does Dangling Modifiers take?
Most players finish Dangling Modifiers in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
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