WorksheetsParallel Structure
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 10mins
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Class
Date
1.
Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.
a)
Phuong Tran has wit, charm, and she has an extremely pleasant personality.
b)
Phuong Tran has wit, charm, and a pleasing personality.
2.
. Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.
a)
In English class, Tashonda learned to read poems critically and to appreciate good prose.
b)
In English class, Tashonda learned to read poems critically and she appreciated good prose.
3.
. Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.
a)
Raoul's QPA is higher than Ralph.
b)
Raoul's QPA is higher than Ralph's.
4.
. Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.
a)
He wanted three things out of college: to learn a skill, to make good friends, and to learn about life.
b)
He wanted three things out of college: to learn a skill, to make good friends, and learning about life.
5.
. Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.
a)
Coach Espinoza was a brilliant strategist, a caring mentor, and a wise friend.
b)
Coach Espinoza was a brilliant strategist, a caring mentor, and friend.
6.
. Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.
a)
We found the film repulsive, offensive, and we thought it was embarrassing.
b)
We found the film repulsive, offensive, and embarrassing.
7.
. Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.
a)
Mr. Nguyen kept his store clean, neat, and he made it conveniently arranged.
b)
Mr. Nguyen kept his store clean, neat, and conveniently arranged.
8.
. Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.
a)
Professor Ali rewarded his students for working hard on the final project and going beyond the call of duty.
b)
Professor Ali rewarded his students for their hard work on the final project and going beyond the call of duty.
9.
Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.
a)
The dictionary can be used for these purposes: to find word meanings, pronunciations, correct spellings, and looking up irregular verbs.
b)
The dictionary can be used for these purposes: to find word meanings, pronunciations, correct spellings, and irregular verbs.
10.
Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.
a)
The coach told the players that they should get a lot of sleep, that they should not eat too much, and to do some warm-up exercises before the game.
b)
The coach told the players that they should get a lot of sleep, that they should not eat too much, and that they should do some warm-up exercises before the game.
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