A modifier is a word or group of words that describe a noun or pronoun. In sentences with a dangling modifier, it is unclear what the modifier is describing. Each sentence contains a dangling modifier.

Question

Rewrite it to make clear what the modifier is describing.

1. While studying for a history test, Dad called me down for dinner.
2. Practicing piano after dinner, my sister said I was really improving.
3. Walking the trail at the park, the birds sang cheerfully
4. After rehearsing my lines for the play, mom said she thought I'd do very well on opening night.
5. Though he was not very athletic, Darren taught Mitch to play football

Answer 1

1. While I was studying for a history test, Dad called me down for dinner.
2. After dinner, my sister said I was really improving at practicing piano.
3. Walking the trail at the park, I heard the birds sing cheerfully.
4. After rehearsing my lines for the play, mom said she thought I'd do very well on opening night.
5. Though Darren was not very athletic, he taught Mitch to play football.