Parallel sentences 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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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 error in this sentence: 'She likes hiking, swimming, and to ride a bike.'

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The error is in the phrase 'to ride a bike.' It should be 'riding a bike' to maintain parallel structure.

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

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

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How can you fix this sentence: 'The teacher asked us to study, to review, and we should practice.'

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Change it to: 'The teacher asked us to study, to review, and to practice.' This maintains parallel structure.

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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 easier to read and understand, creating a rhythm in the writing.

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What is the correct form to replace 'to learn' in this sentence: 'Learning a new language as an adult is more difficult than to learn one as a child.'?

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The correct form is 'learning.' The revised sentence is: 'Learning a new language as an adult is more difficult than learning one as a child.'

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Identify the correct sentence: 'We found the film repulsive, offensive, and we thought it was embarrassing.' or 'We found the film repulsive, offensive, and embarrassing.'

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The correct sentence is 'We found the film repulsive, offensive, and embarrassing.' It maintains parallel structure.

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What is the missing phrase in this sentence: 'We looked everywhere for the car keys--under the sofa cushions, _______, and on the counters and tabletops.'?

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The missing phrase is 'in the trash can.' The complete sentence is: 'We looked everywhere for the car keys--under the sofa cushions, in the trash can, and on the counters and tabletops.'

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What does it mean if a sentence has an 'error in structure'?

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An 'error in structure' means that the sentence does not maintain parallelism, leading to confusion or awkwardness in reading.