Exploring Parallel Structure in Syntax

The video tutorial discusses parallel structure in writing, emphasizing its importance for stylistic harmony. It explains how to maintain parallelism in lists of verbs, nouns, and modifiers, and provides examples of both correct and incorrect usage. The tutorial also covers active vs passive voice and infinitive vs gerund forms, highlighting the impact of breaking parallel structure for stylistic effect. The session concludes with a farewell to Paige, an intern.

What is the primary focus of parallel structure in writing?

• Spelling challenges

• Punctuation usage

• Grammar rules

• Stylistic harmony

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

Which of the following is an example of a gerund?

• Climbing

• Climb

• Will climb

• To climb

Tags

CCSS.L.8.1A

In the incorrect sentence about fishing, skiing, and climbing, what disrupts the parallel structure?

• Use of passive voice

• Spelling errors

• Use of different verb forms

• Incorrect punctuation

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

What should be consistent in a sentence to maintain parallel structure?

• Length of the sentence

• Topic discussed

• Grammatical format

• Font size

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

Which sentence maintains parallel structure?

• The cake was baked, frosted, and I put sprinkles on it.

• The cake, baked, frosting applied, and sprinkles were added.

• The cake was baked, frosted, and sprinkled.

• The cake was baked and putting sprinkles.

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

What is the infinitive form of 'skiing'?

• Ski

• Skis

• To ski

• Skiing

Tags

CCSS.L.8.1A

Which example shows a break in parallel structure for stylistic effect?

• Sharks are large, damp, and dangerous.

• Dangerous sharks are large and damp.

• Sharks, large and damp, are dangerous.

• Sharks are large, damp, and not to be trifled with.

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

What does 'perpendicularity' refer to in the context of the video?

• A spelling technique

• A type of punctuation

• A stylistic choice to break parallel structure

• A grammatical rule

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

Why might someone intentionally break parallel structure in a sentence?

• Due to a lack of understanding of grammar

• To highlight a particular element

• To shorten the sentence

• To comply with traditional rules

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

What farewell message is given to Paige?

• Goodbye and good luck

• We'll miss you

• Thank you for your help

• See you soon

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CCSS.L.5.1A