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    Question

    Which of the following sentences could imply that the

    scorpion was standing at the gate?
    A Standing at the gate, a scorpion stung Ram Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Standing at the gate, Ram was stung by a scorpion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C While Ram was standing at the gate, a scorpion stung him Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Ram was stung by a scorpion while he was standing at the gate Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    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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