For each of the following pairs of sentences, select the answer that correctly combines the two using an -ING modifier.
-The horses pranced at the starting gate. The horses were eager to start the race.
A) The horses were eager to start the race prancing at the starting gate.
B) Prancing at the starting gate, the horses were eager to start the race.

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The -ING modifier "prancing at the starting gate" correctly connects the two sentences and shows the reason behind the eagerness of the horses to start the race.

For Each of the Following Pairs of Sentences, Select the Answer