Question: Which of the following sentences contains a misplaced modifier?

Options:

1. She almost drove her kids to school every day.
2. The dog barked loudly at the stranger.
3. Running quickly, the finish line was crossed by the athlete.
4. He gave a speech to the audience.

Correct Answer: Running quickly, the finish line was crossed by the athlete.

Solution:

The sentence \'Running quickly, the finish line was crossed by the athlete.\' contains a misplaced modifier; it suggests the finish line was running.