Parallel Structure

This sentence has correct parallel structure: "Vicki has improved her writing by learning grammar rules, and she edits carefully."

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• False

Correct the following error in parallel structure: "Vicki has improved her writing by learning grammar rules, and she edits carefully."

Correct the following parallel structure mistake:

Ms. Lee is searching for a new job and moves to a new house at the same time.

Correct the error in parallel structure:

My best friend is good at listening, thinking deeply about a problem and he always gives good advice.

Correct the errors in parallel structure: "My roommate was neither anxious nor relaxing the night before her exams."

Correct the following mistakes in parallel structure:

"I will either study painting or sculpture."

Which sentences have correct parallel structure? (choose more than one)

• Both tea and coffee are popular beverages throughout the world

• Neither the play is entertaining nor funny

• Unaffordable medical care keeps people away from the doctor they become sicker and medical costs increase.

• My grandmother taught me lessons such as being generous with others and being satisfied with what I have.

• Mr. Bustillo was not very well prepared for the speech, so he didn't do a very good job.

How do you correct the following mistake in sentence structure: "The new vacuum cleaner can clean stairs, clean under appliances and it is easy to store."

• The new vacuum cleaner can clean stairs, clean under appliances and clean the store.

• The new vacuum cleaner clan clean stairs, clean under appliances and it is clean.

• The new vacuum cleaner can clean stairs, it is easy to clean under appliances and it is easy to store.

• The new vacuum cleaner can clean stairs, clean under appliances and is easy to store.

Write down this sentence and correct the mistake in sentence structure: "Bob will try to persuade Martha either to agree to the divorce, or counseling is an option."

What is the missing word: I have asked to participate in the design of the program and _____ have a say in the final decision.

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• that

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