Parallel Structure

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What is Parallel Structure?

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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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It enhances readability and flow, making sentences easier to understand and more persuasive.

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Identify the error: 'She likes hiking, swimming, and to ride a bike.'

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The correct form should be 'She likes hiking, swimming, and riding a bike.' (all gerunds)

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Complete the sentence: 'The teacher asked the students to read the book, to write a report, and ______.'

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to give a presentation (maintaining the infinitive form)

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What is an example of a sentence with proper parallel structure?

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'I enjoy reading, writing, and painting.' (all gerunds)

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Identify the error: 'The dog barked, ran, and jumping around.'

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The correct form should be 'The dog barked, ran, and jumped around.' (all past tense verbs)

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

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It creates rhythm and makes the list easier to follow.

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Choose the correct option: 'He wants to play soccer, to swim, and ______.'

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to run (maintaining the infinitive form)

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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'), all elements in the list should be in the same grammatical form.

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Identify the error: 'She is smart, kind, and she works hard.'

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The correct form should be 'She is smart, kind, and hardworking.' (removing the extra subject)