Identifying Parallel Structure

Which of the following sentences demonstrates parallel structure? A) She likes hiking, swimming, and to ride a bike. B) He enjoys reading, to play soccer, and watching movies. C) They are cooking, cleaning, and to take out the trash. D) I prefer running, biking, and to go for a walk.

• A) She enjoys hiking, swimming, and to play tennis.

• B) He likes reading, playing soccer, and to watch movies.

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• C) They were cooking, cleaning, and taking out the trash.

Identify the sentence with parallel structure: A) The cat is fluffy, playful, and likes to sleep. B) My hobbies include painting, to read, and playing the piano. C) She is smart, kind, and volunteers at the shelter. D) We went to the store, bought groceries, and then to visit a friend.

• D) We went to the store, bought groceries, and then visited a friend.

• B) My hobbies include painting, reading, and playing the piano.

• A) The cat is fluffy, playful, and sleeps a lot.

• C) She is smart, kind, and volunteers at the shelter.

Which of the following sentences has parallel structure? A) The teacher told us to study hard, that we should be prepared, and to get enough sleep. B) I enjoy cooking, to bake, and reading. C) They are going to the beach, swimming, and to play volleyball. D) Running, biking, and to take a walk are my favorite activities.

• B) I enjoy cooking, baking, and to read.

• D) Running, biking, and walking are my favorite activities.

• A) The teacher told us to study hard, that we should be prepared, and to sleep early.

• C) They are going to the beach, swimming, and to play volleyball.

Choose the sentence with parallel structure: A) The company is focused on innovation, to improve customer service, and expanding their market. B) She likes to dance, singing, and painting. C) He is tall, handsome, and has a great sense of humor. D) We need to clean the house, do laundry, and to mow the lawn.

• B) She likes to dance, to sing, and to paint.

• D) We need to clean the house, doing laundry, and mowing the lawn.

• C) He is tall, handsome, and has a great sense of humor.

• A) The company is focused on innovation, improving customer service, and expanding their market.

Which of the following sentences demonstrates parallel structure? A) The team needs to work together, communicate effectively, and that they should be supportive. B) My sister enjoys playing soccer, to read, and baking. C) They are planning a trip to Europe, sightseeing, and to try new foods. D) I like to swim, running, and to go for a hike.

• B) My sister enjoys playing soccer, to read, and baking.

• A) The team needs to work together, communicate effectively, and supporting each other.

• C) They are planning a trip to Europe, sightseeing, and trying new foods.

• D) I like swimming, to run, and going for a hike.