English Parallel Structure Review

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.

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

Is the following sentence parallel or not parallel?

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

• not parallel

• parallel

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

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.

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

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.

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

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

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

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.

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

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

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

Is the following sentence parallel or not parallel?

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

• parallel

• not parallel

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

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

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

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.

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A