Ambiguity Flashcards
1
Q
What is ambiguity?
A
Where the intended meaning of a sentence or phrase is confusing or vague
2
Q
How many ways can ambiguity be created?
A
Incorrect placing of words or phrases
Use of words that have two possible meanings
Puns- deliberate play on similar words
Misapplication of adverbs etc.
Confusion of pronouns
Wrongly related participles
Poor punctuation, especially hyphens and commas
