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

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The error is in the last item; it should be 'riding a bike' to maintain parallel structure.

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Which of the following is an example of parallel structure? 'He enjoys reading, writing, and to play music.'

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The correct form should be 'He enjoys reading, writing, and playing music.'

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What is the correct form of this sentence: 'The teacher said we should study hard, be prepared, and to arrive on time.'

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The correct form is 'The teacher said we should study hard, be prepared, and arrive on time.'

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Fill in the blank with the correct form: 'Monica brewed espresso, steamed milk, and ________ jokes as she prepared Mike’s latte.'

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told.

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Identify the error in this sentence: 'During the exam, Mary sucked the ends of her hair, chewed the top of her pencil, and all the while she was picking at a scab on her elbow.'

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The sentence has an error in structure; it mixes different forms.

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What is the correct form of this sentence: 'Natasha tried holding her breath, __________ a piece of gum, and poking her belly.'

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chewing.

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Choose the sentence that illustrates proper parallel construction: 'The coach told the players that they should get a lot of sleep, that they should not eat too much, and to do some warm-up exercises before the game.'

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The correct sentence is 'The coach told the players that they should get a lot of sleep, that they should not eat too much, and that they should do some warm-up exercises before the game.'

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What is an example of a sentence using parallel structure?

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'I like to swim, to bike, and to run.'