Let us first define the meaning of misplaced modifier; it is a word, clause, or phrase that is improperly placed in a sentence which make it refer or modify an unintended word.
The first, second, and third sentences that are given above sound correct because their modifiers are placed just right. Only the fourth sentence sounded awkwardly and confusing, because the clause "who lives in New York" is improperly separated from the subject "My aunt", which must be described in the first place, and not the "holidays".
The sentence will sound and can be understood better if it is written this way,
"My aunt, who lives in New York, is coming home for the holidays."
Answer:
The character of Lady Bracknell was seen in a way that she represents British aristocracy. Wilde expresses her snobbishness and hypocrisy when Jack refuses Cecily and Algy to marry if Bracknell doesn't let him marry Gwendolen. Lady Bracknell refuses, showing her standing by and embracing the principles of British aristocracy.
The answers to these questions are:
1. In the first paragraph
a. He wants to convince readers that Buddhism is worth studying.
(This is explained when the author states that: No one can come into contact with the best that Buddhism offers ).
2. The passage implies that the author believes:
a) Adherents of the two religions can learn important things from one another.
(The clue to make this decision is when the author states: Buddhism in China undoubtedly includes among its adherents many high-minded, devout, and earnest souls who live an idealistic life. Christianity ought to make a strong appeal to such minds)
3. These arguments are related to: d. The book may be scholarly, but it is more affordable than most. (it is expressed in the first lines when the author states that A missionary no less than a professional student of Buddhism ...)
4. the intended audience of both the book and the book review
d. They are scholars
5. The author opinion is
c. It is better than the volumes written by other historians. Because of the writer experience.
Answer:
The answer would be “those two devised this plan”.
Explanation:
