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Misplaced Modifiers - Exercise 3
Directions: Correct any misplaced words in the sentences below, rewriting the sentence so that the misplaced word is next to the word it modifies.
Write your answers in the space provided under each item.
When you have completed the exercise, click on "Check My Answers" and check your answers with those on the answer key.
1. We gave the old clothes to a local charity that had been piled up in the basement.
2. We ate Mexican food after the movie that was very spicy.
3. I got a watch for my graduation that has a solar clock.
4. My wife found a photograph in the attic that Smith had given to Jones.
5. The grass was covered by the snow that was creating a lush carpet of green.
6. The terrified patient talked with the doctor who had a terminal disease.
7. I used a pen for the test that contained orange ink.
8. The student pleaded with the instructor who cheated on the test.
9. I returned the tuna to the fish market that was spoiled.
10. Marion received a ticket from the police officer who was speeding.
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