In general, modifiers should be placed close to the words they modify.
a. true
b. false

The statement above is true. Modifiers should always be placed closed to the words that they modify. Usually they are found next to the word. If modifiers are placed wrong in the sentence, these are called misplaced modifiers. Only, just, nearly, and barely are common misplaced modifiers in sentences. 

i believe the answer is d : )

the flighty purpose never is o'ertook / unless the deed go with it"