Grade 10 · Reading & language
Attach an introductory modifier clearly practice
Revise an introductory describing phrase so the sentence names its intended doer immediately afterward.
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READ THE PASSAGE
Intended meaning: the hikers followed the marked path until they reached a shelter.
Which version clearly attaches the introductory action to the hikers?
- Following the marked path, the shelter’s roof looked familiar.
- Following the marked path, the hikers reached a shelter.
- Following the marked path, a shelter came into view.
- Following the marked path, the shelter was reached by the hikers.
See the answer & why
Following the marked path, the hikers reached a shelter.
The hikers follow the path. Placing them after the phrase states that relationship directly.
A little hint: Find the intended doer of the opening action. Check the noun that comes immediately after the comma.
A teaching tip
Ask who performs the introductory action. Place that person or thing immediately after the introductory phrase.