Exploring Parallel Structure in Writing

This video tutorial covers the concept of parallel structure in English grammar. It begins with an analogy using seesaw fails to explain the importance of evenly distributed sentence structures. The tutorial emphasizes the significance of mastering parallel structure for standardized tests like the SAT and ACT. It provides examples of non-parallel sentences and demonstrates how to correct them. The video concludes with instructions for a quiz to test understanding of parallel structure.

What does parallel structure in sentences help achieve?

• It helps balance the elements of a sentence.

• It simplifies the punctuation in a sentence.

• It introduces new concepts in a sentence.

• It focuses on the aesthetics of a sentence.

What does the teacher compare to explain parallel structure?

• Pouring liquids into containers

• Stacking blocks evenly

• Distributing weight on a seesaw

• Balancing a bicycle

What analogy is used to explain the concept of parallel structure?

• A song composed of verses.

• A car running smoothly.

• A seesaw balancing equally.

• A book organized into chapters.

Which sentence correction uses progressive actions?

• Miss White likes eating, watching television, and taking afternoon naps.

• Miss White likes to eat, watch television, and take afternoon naps.

• Miss White enjoys eating, watches television, and naps in the afternoon.

• Miss White likes eating, to watch television, and taking naps.

What is NOT an example of parallel structure?

• Miss White enjoys eating, watching television, and taking naps.

• Miss White likes eating television and to take afternoon naps.

• Miss White likes eating, watching television, and taking afternoon naps.

• Miss White likes to eat, watch television, and take afternoon naps.

What stylistic choice does parallel structure offer?

• Focus on individual sentence elements.

• Use of advanced vocabulary.

• Simplicity and clarity in communication.

• Complexity in sentence construction.

How does parallel structure impact reading and listening?

• Only affects the visual presentation.

• Has no impact on the comprehension.

• Makes it more challenging.

• Makes it easier and more pleasant.

Which of the following is a parallel sentence?

• My best friend took me to dance into a show.

• My best friend took me dancing and to a show.

• My best friend took me to a dance and a show.

• My best friend took me dancing into a show.

Which sentence is grammatically correct and brief, suitable for standardized tests?

• My dog likes not only to play fetch but also chasing cars.

• My dog not only likes to play fetch but also to chase cars.

• My dog not only likes to play fetch but also chase cars.

• My dog likes not only playing fetch but also chasing cars.

Why is mastering parallel structure important for standardized tests?

• It assists in solving mathematical problems.

• It is necessary for science reasoning.

• It is frequently tested in sections like English.

• It helps in writing essays.