Parallel Structure Quiz

Define parallel structure.

• combination of words that make up a sentence with the same word

• word or phrase that is not clearly stated in a sentence

• all of the words and phrases in a sentence follow the same pattern

• occurs when all of the words and phrases in a sentence do not follow the same pattern

Identify the sentence that is parallel.

• Recommended exercise includes running, swimming, and cycling.

• Global warming affects humans, the environment, and is scary

• In the summertime, I love to swim, hike, or relax with a good book.

• Janet has packed an orange soda, a blanket, and waters the plants before leaving.

Identify the sentence that is not parallel.

• After basketball practice, James prefers eating apples to taking naps.

• Going to school, riding a bike, and to spend time with friends were little things enjoyed today that Anne Frank could not do, due to her circumstances.

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

• Scientists and meteorologists are currently studying storms and trying to find better ways of predicting them.

I enjoy hiking, swimming, and to fish.

• parallel

• not parallel

Joey is studying music, dance, and art.

• parallel

• not parallel

Ben is a talented reader, is good at speaking, and writer.

• parallel

• not parallel

Nikki spends his days drinking Mountain Dew, and he eats Doritos.

• parallel

• not parallel

Justin was excited about inviting friends over, eating a good meal, and _______________.

Make the sentence parallel.

• a game of cards.

• to play cards.

• playing a game of cards.

I have always enjoyed reading the book more than _________.

Make the sentence parallel.

• I watched the movie version.

• watching the movie.

• 
  to watch the movie.

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

• parallel

• not parallel