Misplaced Modifiers
I pointed to the fish tank and showed my friends the baby angelfish, swelling with pride.
Swelling with pride, I pointed to the fish tank and showed my friends the baby angelfish.
To be a good opera singer, clear enunciation is extremely important.
Not correct - To be a good opera singer, a performer needs clear enunciation.
A. While I was waiting at the bus stop, my older brother drove by in his new car.
B. Waiting at the bus stop, my older brother drove by in his new car.
A. While I was waiting at the bus stop, my older brother drove by in his new car.
Who is the only athlete to play in both a Super Bowl and a World Series?
Deion Sanders
What Broadway musical features the song "Defying Gravity"?
Wicked
Ralph Ellison said during an interview Richard Wright inspired him to become a writer.
During an interview, Ralph Ellison said Richard Wright inspired him to become a writer.
While the driver reached into his pocket for change, his car rolled into the side of the tollbooth.
Correct - While the driver reached into his pocket for change, his car rolled into the side of the tollbooth.
A. Alone, I was relieved to have peace and quiet after the busy weekend.
B. Alone, the peace and quiet that followed the busy weekend was welcome relief.
A. Alone, I was relieved to have peace and quiet after the busy weekend.
What artist holds the record for the most Grammy wins of all time?
Beyoncé
What's Eleven's favorite food in "Stranger Things"?
Eggo Waffles
To get some exercise during our vacation last summer, we almost played tennis every day.
To get some exercise during our vacation last summer, we played tennis almost every day.
Before moving to Sacramento, Pittsburgh had been their home for ten years.
Not Correct - Before moving to Sacramento, they had lived in Pittsburgh for ten years.
A. Before being admitted to the university, numerous forms must be completed and returned.
B. Before being admitted to the university, an applicant must complete and return numerous forms.
B. Before being admitted to the university, an applicant must complete and return numerous forms.
What planet is closest to the sun?
Mercury
What U.S. state is known for deep-dish pizza?
A few years ago, a resident of our town bequeathed her entire estate to the animal shelter, which was valued at two million dollars.
A few years ago, a resident of our town bequeathed her entire estate, which was valued at two million dollars, to the animal shelter.
When discussing colonial American writers, the contributions of the African American poet Phillis Wheatley should not be forgotten.
Not correct - A person discussing colonial American Writers should not forget the African American poet Phillis Wheatley.
A. At summer camp did you see a video about polar bears?
B. Did you see a video about polar bears at summer camp?
A. At summer camp did you see a video about polar bears?
What sea creature has been nicknamed "the unicorn of the sea"?
Narwhal
What unit measures the intensity of sound?
Decibel
Mr. Martinez promised in the morning he would tell an American Indian trickster tale.
Mr. Martinez promised he would tell an American Indian Trickster tale in the morning.
To help colonial soldiers during the Revolutionary War, Haym Solomon raised money to buy food and clothing.
Correct - To help colonial soldiers during the Revolutionary War, Haym Solomon raised money to buy food and clothing.
A. Surprised, the announcement of the award left Heidi speechless.
B. The announcement of the award left Heidi speechless and surprised.
B. The announcement of the award left Heidi speechless and surprised.
What year did the Berlin Wall fall?
1989
How many chambers does the human heart have?
Four