Question

Identify the type of error in the sentence. If the sentence contains no error, select C.

Answer 1

Answer: The type of error in the sentence provided is misplaced modifier.

Explanation: A misplaced modifier is a modifier that has been incorrectly separated from the word or phrase that it is modifying. Therefore, a sentence with a misplaced modifier lacks sense. In the sentence provided, "When an old woman" is a misplaced modifier since it is incorrectly modifying the noun phrase "the boy". Furthermore, "When an old woman" has been separated from the phrase that should actually be modifying: "Mrs. Jones". In that way, the sentence lacks sense and sounds illogical.  

Answer 2

The answer you’re looking for is Misplaced modifier