Parallelism

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What is parallelism in writing?

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Parallelism is the use of similar grammatical structures in a series of words, phrases, or clauses to create balance and rhythm in writing.

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Why is parallelism important in writing?

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Parallelism enhances clarity, improves readability, and emphasizes the relationship between ideas.

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Identify the correct form: 'I enjoy swimming, running, and __________.'

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The correct form is 'running.'

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What is the rule for using parallel structure with lists?

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All items in a list should be in the same grammatical form (e.g., all gerunds, all infinitives, etc.).

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Complete the sentence: 'She likes to dance, to sing, and __________.'

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The correct completion is 'to sing.'

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What is an example of incorrect parallelism?

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An example is: 'I like hiking, swimming, and to bike.' The correct form should be 'I like hiking, swimming, and biking.'

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How can parallelism affect the tone of a sentence?

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Parallelism can create a more formal and persuasive tone, making the writing more impactful.

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What is the effect of using parallelism in speeches?

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It can make the speech more memorable and engaging for the audience.

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Identify the error: 'He wants to play soccer, to swim, and riding a bike.'

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The error is in the last item; it should be 'to ride a bike.'

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What is the parallel structure in this sentence: 'The teacher asked us to read, to write, and to discuss.'

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The parallel structure is maintained by using 'to' before each verb.