Parallel Structure [OWL]

using the same pattern of words to show that two or more ideas have the same level of importance. This can happen at the word, phrase, or clause level.

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CCSS.L.9-10.1A

Mary likes hiking, swimming, and bicycling.

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CCSS.L.9-10.1A

Mary likes to hike, to swim, and to ride a bicycle.

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CCSS.L.9-10.1A

Mary likes hiking, swimming, and to ride a bicycle.

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CCSS.L.9-10.1A

The production manager was asked to write his report quickly, accurately, and in a detailed manner.

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CCSS.L.9-10.1A

The teacher said that he was a poor student because he waited until the last minute to study for the exam, completed his lab problems in a careless manner, and his motivation was low.

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CCSS.L.9-10.1A

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.

• Not Parallel Structure

• Parallel Structure

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CCSS.L.9-10.1A

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

• Not Parallel Structure

• Parallel Structure

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CCSS.L.9-10.1A

The dictionary can be used to find these: word meanings, pronunciations, correct spellings, and looking up irregular verbs.

• Not Parallel Structure

• Parallel Structure

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

The dictionary can be used to find these: word meanings, pronunciations, correct spellings, and irregular verbs.

• Not Parallel Structure

• Parallel Structure

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A