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Dangling Modifiers

Exercise 1

Correct the following sentences by using the rules discussed in the Dangling Modifiers handout.

Maintaining a daily exercise program, my weight seemed to decrease faster than usual.
To eliminate the errors, the paper needs to be rewritten.
While studying for my college exam, my daughter interrupted me and wanted to play dolls.
Drawing quite a crowd, the auditorium was packed with Garth Brooks fans.
Running around the block, the sidewalk seemed slicker than usual.
While changing the baby's diaper, the powder fell on the floor.
Even as an athlete who has competed in the 5k run, the dog was able to run faster than me.
Carrying the groceries to the car, my foot got stuck in a pot hole.
Taking the chance that she might win, the lottery ticket seemed a small price to pay.
Having recognized the mistake, the problem seemed much easier to fix.
As a traveling businessman, my mom didn't get to see my dad very often.
While learning how to ride a bike, my knees got skinned up quite a bit.
Carrying the clubs for the golfers, the tees got lost by the caddy.
Removing the tag from the pillow, the pillowcase seemed to fit better.
Upon sitting down at the bar, the beer was waiting for us.
After removing the old songs from the jukebox, the music seemed to get better.
To end the trial, the documents were signed.
In sending the flowers to that address, the wrong house received the delivery.
Sparkling with flames, the water was used to extinguish the fire.
As a member of the school board, children are my dad's favorite topic.
Coloring the pages with neon crayons, the pictures seemed to come alive on the paper.
Removing her hat before entering the church, the priest nodded for her to sit on the third row.
Explaining the format for completing the form, the document shouldn't take too long to fill out.
As a manager of a major league baseball team, my six-year-old daughter would like to see one of our games.
To score a hole in one, the golf club must be just right.