Parallel or Not

Select the phrase that gives the sentence parallel structure.

The store manager always closes the store, sets the alarm, and...

• is sure to lock the door.

• lock the door.

• locking the door.

• locks the door.

Is the following sentence parallel or not parallel?

Dodgeball, running, and playing floor hockey are Susy's favorite gym activities.

• not parallel

• parallel

Select the phrase that gives the sentence parallel structure.

This new breakfast cereal is lower in fat and...

• richer in vitamins.

• its vitamin content is rich.

• has had its vitamin richness increased.

• it has had a vitamin richness increase.

Select the phrase that gives the sentence parallel structure.

She was excited about inviting her friends over, ordering pizza, and...

• to watch a movie.

• watching a movie.

• watch a movie.

• watched a movie.

Is the following sentence parallel or not parallel?

There are many things I need to do today: go to the store, go to the gas station, and getting a haircut.

• parallel

• not parallel

Select the phrase that gives the sentence parallel structure.

On the weekends, she likes to read, to write, and...

• to sing.

• sing.

• sings.

• sing in the shower.

Is the following sentence parallel or not parallel?

The city celebrated its team's victory with parades in the street, speeches in the town square, and fireworks over the river.

• parallel

• not parallel

Is the following sentence parallel or not parallel?

When the sun rises, the bluebirds sing, play, and fly.

• parallel

• not parallel

Is the following sentence parallel or not parallel?

After hibernation, the bear cubs emerged from their den, playing with a stick, and looked for food.

• parallel

• not parallel

Select the phrase that gives the sentence parallel structure.

Not only is he my boss, he...

• is also my friend.

• say he is my friend.

• my friend.

• is friendly.