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 and more persuasive.

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Identify the correct parallel structure: 'I like to swim, to bike, and running.'

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Incorrect. The correct structure is: 'I like to swim, to bike, and to run.'

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Choose the correct form: 'She enjoys reading, writing, and ______.' (Options: to dance, dancing)

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dancing. The correct sentence is: 'She enjoys reading, writing, and dancing.'

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What is an example of incorrect parallel structure?

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An example is: 'He likes hiking, swimming, and to run.' The correct form should be: 'He likes hiking, swimming, and running.'

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How can you fix this sentence for parallel structure? 'The teacher asked us to study, to write, and we should practice.'

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Change it to: 'The teacher asked us to study, to write, and to practice.'

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What is the effect of using parallel structure in lists?

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Using parallel structure in lists makes the items in the list uniform, which improves clarity and impact.

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Identify the error: 'The dog barked, the cat meowed, and ran away.'

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The error is in the last part. It should be: 'The dog barked, the cat meowed, and the cat ran away.'

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What is the correct form: 'She is smart, kind, and she is funny.'

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Incorrect. The correct form is: 'She is smart, kind, and funny.'

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What is a common mistake in parallel structure?

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A common mistake is mixing different forms, such as verbs and nouns, in a list.