Parallel Structure 2

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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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Give an example of parallel structure in a sentence.

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"I enjoy reading, writing, and hiking."

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What is the effect of using parallel structure in writing?

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It enhances readability and rhythm, making the text more persuasive and easier to understand.

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Correct this phrase: "She likes to swim, biking, and to run."

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"She likes to swim, bike, and run."

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Identify the parallel structure in this sentence: "The teacher asked the students to read the book, to write a report, and to present their findings."

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The parallel structure is "to read the book, to write a report, and to present their findings."

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Which of the following is an example of incorrect parallel structure? "He likes to jog, swimming, and to cycle."

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The incorrect part is "swimming"; it should be "to swim."

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What is the rule for using conjunctions in parallel structure?

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When using conjunctions, ensure that all elements in the series are in the same grammatical form.

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Correct this phrase: "The dog barked, growled, and was running."

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"The dog barked, growled, and ran."

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Identify the error in this sentence: "She is smart, kind, and she works hard."

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The error is in the mix of structures; it should be "She is smart, kind, and hardworking."

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What is an example of a sentence that uses parallel structure correctly?

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"The committee will review the proposal, discuss the budget, and make a decision."