Parallel Structure and Sentence Correction

This video tutorial focuses on the concept of parallel structure in sentences, emphasizing the importance of grammatical equality. It covers various tricks used to test understanding, such as changing parts of speech, mixing verb forms, and handling clauses. The video also addresses avoiding repetition and using comparative structures correctly. Practice questions are provided to reinforce learning, and the video concludes with instructions for upcoming activities.

What is the correct way to make the sentence 'James likes hiking, swimming, and to bike' parallel?

• James likes hiking, to swim, and biking.

• James likes hiking, swimming, and biking.

• James likes to hike, swim, and biking.

• James likes hiking, swimming, and to bike.

In the sentence 'My isolation includes snacks, TV, and going to the store,' which part is not parallel?

• TV

• snacks

• going to the store

• includes

How should the sentence 'I could go to the store or running with my mom' be corrected?

• I could go to the store or running with my mom.

• I could go to the store or to run with my mom.

• I could go to the store or go running with my mom.

• I could go to the store or run with my mom.

Which of the following sentences correctly uses parallel structure?

• Training hard enough to qualify as an athlete or buy a ticket.

• Training hard enough to qualify as an athlete or to buy a ticket.

• Training hard enough to qualify as an athlete or buying a ticket.

• Training hard enough to qualify as an athlete or you can buy a ticket.

Identify the error in the sentence: 'The gymnast soared through the air with speed, grace, and with precision.'

• The word 'speed' is incorrect.

• The word 'grace' is incorrect.

• The word 'precision' is incorrect.

• The word 'with' is repeated unnecessarily.

Which of the following is the correct way to list items in a series without repetition?

• Speed, grace, and with precision.

• Speed, grace, and precision.

• Speed, with grace, and precision.

• With speed, grace, and precision.

How should the sentence 'Public transportation is cheaper, safer, and environmentally friendly' be corrected?

• Public transportation is cheaper, safer, and more environmentally friendly.

• Public transportation is cheap, safe, and environmentally friendly.

• Public transportation is cheaper, safer, and friendly.

• Public transportation is cheap, safer, and environmentally friendly.

In the sentence 'Water treatment plants keep the public safe by removing pesticides, bacteria, and removing other contaminants,' what is the error?

• The word 'pesticides' is incorrect.

• The word 'bacteria' is incorrect.

• The phrase 'and removing' is repeated unnecessarily.

• The word 'contaminants' is incorrect.

Which of the following sentences is correctly parallel?

• Working in a food pantry, coaching a youth sports team, or when you pick up litter.

• Working in a food pantry, coaching a youth sports team, or picking up litter.

• Working in a food pantry, coaching a youth sports team, or to pick up litter.

• Working in a food pantry, coaching a youth sports team, or pick up litter.

What is the simplest way to correct the sentence 'The Jackson Heights neighborhood in Queens is a vibrant destination for street food enthusiasts who go to sample cuisine from Tibet, Ecuador, and food from many other countries'?

• Cuisine from Tibet, Ecuador, and food from many other countries.

• Cuisine from Tibet, Ecuador, and the cuisine of many other countries.

• Cuisine from Tibet, Ecuador, and many other countries.

• Cuisine from Tibet, Ecuador, and many other countries' cuisines.