Directions: Read each sentence. Correct the placement of the underlined
modifiers by rewriting the sentences on the lines provided. If the sentence
is correct, write “correct” on the line.
1. I wanted to play football badly.
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2. Luis asked questions about the test fewer than Shelia.
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3. Do you just want to play a game or go fishing?
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4. Ryan was bad at climbing trees because he always fell.
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1. I wanted to play football badly.
- Correction: I badly wanted to play football.
2. Luis asked questions about the test fewer than Shelia.
- Correction: Luis asked fewer questions about the test than Shelia.
3. Do you just want to play a game or go fishing?
- Correct
4. Ryan was bad at climbing trees because he always fell.
- Correction: Ryan was bad at climbing trees because he always fell down.