Parallel Structure Practice

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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 improves readability and flow, making sentences easier to understand and more persuasive.

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Identify the error in this sentence: 'She likes reading, to swim, and biking.'

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The sentence is not parallel. It should be: 'She likes reading, swimming, and biking.'

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What is the correct form to make this sentence parallel: 'He enjoys hiking, to bike, and swimming.'?

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He enjoys hiking, biking, and swimming.

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How can you identify a parallel structure error?

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Look for lists or series in a sentence where the grammatical forms do not match.

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What is an example of a parallel structure in a sentence?

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'I came, I saw, I conquered.' This sentence uses the same verb form for each clause.

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What is the correct way to write this sentence for parallelism: 'The dog barked, the cat meowed, and the bird chirping.'?

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The dog barked, the cat meowed, and the bird chirped.

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What is the effect of using parallel structure in persuasive writing?

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It emphasizes points and makes arguments more compelling and memorable.

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Identify the error: 'The teacher asked us to read, to write, and completing the assignment.'

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The sentence is not parallel. It should be: 'The teacher asked us to read, to write, and to complete the assignment.'

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What is the correct parallel structure for this list: 'For breakfast, I had eggs, toast, and to drink coffee.'?

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For breakfast, I had eggs, toast, and coffee.