Has the -ing Modifier Been Placed Correctly in the Following

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Multiple Choice

Has the -ing modifier been placed correctly in the following sentences? Select the letter of the correct answer.
-Scratching at my basement door, I found a scrawny lost pup.

• A) correct
• B) incorrect

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Definitions:

Corporal Punishment

A form of physical discipline that involves the deliberate infliction of pain as retribution for an offence, or for the purpose of disciplining or reforming a wrongdoer.

Legal

Pertaining to the system of rules that a particular country or community recognizes as regulating the actions of its members and may enforce by the imposition of penalties.

Educational Neglect

A form of child neglect where a caregiver fails to ensure a child receives adequate education either by not enrolling the child in school or not addressing their educational needs.

Child Maltreatment

Refers to any act by a parent, caregiver, or other individual that results in harm, potential for harm, or threat of harm to a child, including neglect, physical abuse, sexual abuse, or emotional abuse.