Parallelism - Activity

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What is parallelism?

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Parallelism is when two or more elements of a sentence (or series of sentences) have the same grammatical structure.

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Which sentence shows a correct use of Parallelism?

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Dana loves to run and to sing.

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Which famous poet is known for using parallelism in his works?

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Walt Whitman.

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Complete the sentence: Last summer I learned to play tennis, to swim, and __________.

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to ride a horse.

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What is the effect of using parallelism in rhetoric?

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It emphasizes the point through structure.

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What is an example of parallel structure?

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She likes reading, writing, and jogging.

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What is the purpose of parallelism in writing?

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To create rhythm and balance in sentences.

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Identify the error: "He enjoys hiking, to swim, and biking."

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The correct form is "He enjoys hiking, swimming, and biking."

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What is a common mistake in parallelism?

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Mixing different grammatical forms in a list.

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How can parallelism enhance a speech?

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By making it more memorable and impactful.