13. in which sentence are the italicized words a dangling modifier? (a dangling modifier is a phrase that has no word in the sentence to modify.)

a. resting on the sea bottom, the old trunk held many coins.
b. flying beneath the cloud, the pilot could see the airport.
c. arriving ten minutes late, the store was closed for the night.
d. not knowing the danger, the soldiers marched into the trap

Which word best describes the mood in this sentence? lucia was aglow as she bounced into the room with stories about her summer vacation.

Match the sentence to its correct verb mood

How does the author's use of hyperbole to characterize jim smily? a) it characterizes smily as an introverted loner who prefers books to people. b) it characterizes smily as a man who is kind and nurturing toward others who are less fortunate. c) it characterizes smily as a man who is evil and vindictive toward any one who crosses his path. d) it characterizes smily as a man who is a risk-taker who willing bets on anything and with anyone.