These are known as misplaced or dangling modifiers. Ask yourself these questions:
1. Was the broken glass washing the dishes?
2. Was the alarm clock startled by the noise?
3. Was "I" standing on a chair?
4. Were Sam's friends in plastic bags.
So -- yes -- your answer of #3 is correct.
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I am stuck on this question please help
Which sentence demonstrates correct use of modifiers?
1.Kelly found a broken glass washing dishes.
2.Startled by the noise ,the alarm clock was knocked on the floor.
3. Standing on a chair, I was just able to reach the high window.
4. Sam gave snacks to his friends in plactic bags.
I picked 3
2 answers
Which of these is a run-on sentence?