Misplaced Modifiers
I pointed to the fish tank and show my friends the baby angelfish, swelling with pride.
Swelling with pride, I pointed to the fish tank and showed my friends the baby angelfish.
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. Waiting at the bus stop, my older brother drove by in his new car.
B. While I was waiting at the bus stop, my older brother drove by in his new car.
B. While I was waiting at the bus stop, my older brother drove by in his new car.
In Finding Nemo, what kind of fish is Nemo?
Clownfish
What popular multiplayer game includes crewmates and imposters in space?
Among Us
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.
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. When performing onstage, the microphone should not be placed too near the speaker cones.
B. When performing onstage, do not place the microphone too near the speaker cones.
B. When performing onstage, do not place the microphone too near the speaker cones.
What novel is set on a deserted island and features a group of boys trying to govern themselves?
Lord of the Flies
What is the fastest land animal?
Cheetah
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, an applicant must complete and return numerous forms.
B. Before being admitted to the university, numerous forms must be completed and returned.
A. Before being admitted to the university, an applicant must complete and return numerous forms.
Who sings the hit song "Bad Guys"?
Billie Eilish
Which athletic brand is known for its three-stripe logo?
Adidas
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. Did you see a video about polar bears at summer camp?
B. At summer camp did you see a video about polar bears?
B. At summer camp did you see a video about polar bears?
Who holds the record for most Olympic Gold Medals?
Michael Phelps
What city was the first to be attacked with an atomic bomb?
Hiroshima
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. The announcement of the award left Heidi speechless and surprised.
B. Surprised, the announcement of the award left Heidi speechless.
A. The announcement of the award left Heidi speechless and surprised.
What purchase doubled the size of the United States in 1803?
The Louisiana Purchase
Which European country is known for tulips and windmills?
The Netherlands