Identify the sentence error by selecting the correct abbreviation. des (definition and explanation structure) dc (dangling construction) mm (other misplaced modifiers) ps (poor structure). sentence: riding his bike, the dog was almost hit by my brother.

The correct answer is DC. This sentence contains a dangling construction error.

A dangling construction occurs when a sentence contains a main clause and a participial clause/phrase and this participial phrase does not coincide or agrees with the subject of the main clause. This sentence contains a dangling construction error because it implies that the dog, which is the subject of the main clause, was riding the bike, which is impossible. A revised and correct version of this sentence would be "Riding his bike, my brother almost hits a dog".  

gatsby's clothes have a symbolic meaning, as the use of colour and fabric in his clothing demonstrates his hope, dreams, and wealth. gatsby's clothing symbolizes his wealth through his torn shirt, his silver and gold suit, and his english shirts.