Question
Which of the following sentences could imply that the
scorpion was standing at the gate?Solution
Placement of the participial phrase: In this sentence, the participial phrase "Standing at the gate" comes before the subject ("a scorpion"), suggesting that the action described by the participle applies to the subject. Specificity of the phrase: The phrase "Standing at the gate" provides specific information about the scorpion's location, unlike other options that focus on Ram's location. Logical connection: It makes sense for the scorpion to be at the gate if it stings Ram there. This direct connection supports the placement and specificity of the participle.
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