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Which sentence contains a misplaced modifier? A. After much anticipation, the Swansons began their five-mile hike up the mountain. B. The boys chattered about their fishing trip inside their tent. C. Mr. Swanson folded up the tent and packed it away in a sack. D. The Swansons pulled on their backpacks and walked to the trailhead.

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The answer is B. The boys chattered about their fishing trip inside the tent. This is a misplaced modifier because it isn't clear whether the fishing happened in the tent or not (which would be ridiculous)
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