Parallel Structure

Multiple Choice

Why is parallel structure important in writing better sentences?

• It helps sentences sound awkward and confusing.

• It makes sentences longer and more complex.

• It ensures all connected ideas are in the same form, making sentences flow smoothly.

• It allows for random changes in sentence structure.

Multiple Choice

Select all sentences that do NOT use parallel structure.

• The dog was barking, jumping, and excited.

• During the holidays, I spend a lot of time shopping, visiting friends, and baking cookies.

• My best friend is funny, generous, and kind.

• I like reading, painting, and playing sports.

Multiple Choice

How can you identify if a sentence is not parallel?

• By checking if all ideas are connected with the same structure.

• By counting the number of words in the sentence.

• By looking for adjectives only.

• By checking if the sentence starts with a verb.

Multiple Choice

Which idea in the sentence 'For lunch, I ate a grilled cheese sandwich, soup that was spicy, and a small salad.' is not parallel to the others?

• a grilled cheese sandwich

• soup that was spicy

• a small salad

• spicy soup

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sentences demonstrates correct parallel structure?

• I like reading, painting, and to play sports.

• The strawberries were fresh, ripe, and full of juice.

• The dog was barking, jumping, and excited.

• She enjoys hiking, swimming, and biking.