Parallel Structure Rhetoric

Complete each question by choosing the expression which makes the sentence parallel.

*Volcanoes have inspired both fascination and ________.

• people feared them throughout history

• fear in people throughout history

Complete each question by choosing the expression which makes the sentence parallel.

*This fear is caused partially by our lack of understanding of the causes of volcanoes and___________.

• partially by our own inability to control them

• partially because we are unable to control them

Complete each question by choosing the expression which makes the sentence parallel.

*Not only are volcanoes very destructive,___________.

• they provide benefits

• but they can also be very beneficial

Complete each question by choosing the expression which makes the sentence parallel.

*Lava rock is used in building roads, and __________.

• pumice, a glass that comes from lava, is used for grinding and polishing materials

• they use pumice, a glass that comes from lava, for grinding and polishing materials

Complete each question by choosing the expression which makes the sentence parallel.

*Countries with many volcanoes, such as Italy, Mexico, and New Zealand, use underground steam as a source of energy, and __________.

• homes in Reykjavik, Iceland, are heated with water from volcanic hot springs

• Reykjavik, Iceland uses water from volcanic hot springs to heat homes

Which of the following sentences has correct parallel structure?

• Sleeping, eating, and teach are my favorite things.

• Sleep, food, and to teach are my favorite things.

• I like to sleep, eating, and teach.

• Sleeping, eating, and teaching are my favorite things.

Which sentence has correct parallel structure?

• Even though I whined, cried, and complained, Kendra still wouldn't let me stay home.

• Even though I whine, cried, and am complaining, Kendra still wouldn't let me stay home.

• Even though I was whining, cried, and will complain, Kendra still wouldn't let me stay home.

• Even though I whined, am crying, and complained, Kendra still wouldn't let me stay home.

I have traveled by bus, by train, and by subway, but never by boat.

• PARALLEL

• NOT PARALLEL

The advertisement claims that this toothpaste kills more germs and prevents more cavities than any other toothpaste.

• PARALLEL

• NOT PARALLEL

My grandfather's favorite pastime is to eat in trendy restaurants and visiting art galleries.

• PARALLEL

• NOT PARALLEL