Parallel Structures Flashcard

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What is parallel structure in writing?

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Parallel structure, or parallelism, is the repetition of a chosen grammatical form within a sentence. It helps to create balance and clarity in writing.

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Why is parallel structure important in writing?

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Parallel structure is important because it enhances readability, improves flow, and emphasizes the relationship between ideas.

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Identify the correct parallel structure: 'I enjoy reading, writing, and to paint.'

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Incorrect. The correct structure is 'I enjoy reading, writing, and painting.'

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Choose the correct parallel structure: 'She likes to jog, swim, and biking.'

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Incorrect. The correct structure is 'She likes to jog, swim, and bike.'

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What is an example of a sentence using parallel structure?

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An example is: 'The dog likes to bark, to run, and to play.' (Correct: 'The dog likes to bark, run, and play.').

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What is the effect of using parallel structure in a list?

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Using parallel structure in a list creates a rhythm and makes the list easier to read and understand.

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Identify the error in this sentence: 'He enjoys hiking, to swim, and biking.'

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The error is in the use of 'to swim.' The correct structure is 'He enjoys hiking, swimming, and biking.'

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What is the rule for coordinating conjunctions in parallel structure?

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When using coordinating conjunctions (like 'and' or 'or'), the elements joined should be in the same grammatical form.

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Provide an example of incorrect parallel structure: 'The committee will discuss the budget, the schedule, and to plan the event.'

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Incorrect. The correct structure is 'The committee will discuss the budget, the schedule, and the event planning.'

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What is the difference between parallel structure and non-parallel structure?

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Parallel structure maintains the same grammatical form for elements in a series, while non-parallel structure mixes different forms, leading to confusion.