Question

Directions: Read each sentence. Correct the placement of the underlined modifiers by rewriting the sentences on the lines provided. If the sentence is correct, write “correct” on the line.

1. I wanted to play football badly.

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2. Luis asked questions about the test fewer than Shelia.

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3. Do you just want to play a game or go fishing?

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4. Ryan was bad at climbing trees because he always fell

Answer 1

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1. I badly wanted to play football.
2. Sheila asked fewer questions about the test than Luis.
3. Correct.
4. Ryan always fell because he was bad at climbing trees.