Which sentence has a misplaced modifier? Bringing the check to the table, the boys were happy to see the waiter.
The boys were grateful that their father had paid for dinner for all of them.
After they read the menu for a few minutes, the boys decided to order dinner.
I am definitely going to be ordering dessert after this delicious meal.

1) if the main idea is to show the sequence of events, a cause-and-effect style of writing will be used.  2) if the main idea is to show why one product or idea is better than another, the basic points of each side will be compared and contrasted.  3) if the main idea is to present opposing viewpoints, the pros and cons of each side will be discussed.  4) if the main idea is to draw special attention to an important cause or event, various examples will be provided.  5) if the main idea is to define a certain term or concept, various examples and explanations will be provided.