Question

Which words in the sentence are the misplaced participial phrase?

On the way to the playground, Billy avoided a large puddle hoping to keep his shoes dry.

A.
hoping to keep his shoes dry

B.
Billy avoided a large puddle

C.
to the playground

D.
On the way

Answer 1

\(\color{Red}{A}\) or \(\color{Red}{B}\)

Answer 2

@YoungStudier @Missiey @rowbe98

Answer 3

I would say A because it almost makes it seem like the puddle is hoping to keep his shoes dry :)

Answer 4

Thanks :] im at 4 out of 10 xD

Answer 5

Oh okay and you're welcome! :)

Answer 6

I can try to help :)

Answer 7

Okay :]