Misplaced Modifiers / Infinitive Phrases

Instructions: : Find the errors in the sentences below and correct them. You may need to select a "subject" that is not in the sentence, such as "you understood." To determine the subject, identify who is the subject of the infinitive phrase; you may need to reword the entire sentence. For example:

Incorrect: To arrive on time, it was urgent that Jim leave immediately.
Corrected: To arrive on time, Jim needed to leave immediately.

1. To fill out the application form, a pen was needed.

Your Answer:

Reveal Revised Sentence

To fill out the application form, the applicant [or "I"] needed a pen.

2. To succeed in life, your dreams should not be abandoned.

Your Answer:

Reveal Revised Sentence

To succeed in life, (you) do not abandon your dreams.

3. To find an answer, another book should be referenced.

Your Answer:

Reveal Revised Sentence

To find an answer, (you) reference another book.

4. To get the job, a good interview is a prerequisite.

Your Answer:

Reveal Revised Sentence

To get the job, you must do well on the interview.

5. To finish the assignment, the resource must be cited.

Your Answer:

Reveal Revised Sentence

To finish the assignment, (you) cite your resources.