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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Parallel structure enhances readability and flow, making sentences easier to understand. It also emphasizes the relationship between ideas.

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Identify the error in this sentence: 'She likes hiking, to swim, and biking.'

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The correct form should be 'She likes hiking, swimming, and biking.' to maintain parallel structure.

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What is an example of parallel structure in a list?

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An example is: 'I enjoy reading, writing, and painting.' All verbs are in the gerund form.

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How can you correct this sentence for parallel structure: 'He wants to play soccer, to run, and swimming.'

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Corrected: 'He wants to play soccer, to run, and to swim.' All verbs are in the infinitive form.

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What is the role of conjunctions in parallel structure?

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Conjunctions like 'and' or 'or' are used to connect similar elements in a sentence, ensuring they are in the same grammatical form.

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Provide an example of a sentence using not only... but also for parallel structure.

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Example: 'Not only did she study hard, but she also practiced daily.' Both clauses are parallel.

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What is the correct form: 'The teacher asked us to read, to write, and doing homework.'?

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The correct form is: 'The teacher asked us to read, to write, and to do homework.' All verbs are in the infinitive form.

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How does parallel structure affect persuasive writing?

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It strengthens arguments by creating rhythm and reinforcing ideas, making them more memorable.

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Identify the error: 'The dog barked loudly, ran fast, and jumping high.'

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The correct form is: 'The dog barked loudly, ran fast, and jumped high.' All verbs should be in the past tense.