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Parallel Structure Practice

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 19mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

When I pack my own lunch I like to pack apples, oranges, and to eat pears.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

2.

Never ask a woman to reveal her age, her weight, or her insecurities.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

3.

Would you rather run in a marathon, participate in an eating contest, or judge in a beauty pageant?

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

4.

After the prom, Jesse and Jamie went to the Vaughn’s studio for pictures, McDonald’s for burgers, and the Wal-Mart for kicks.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

5.

My friend Jack, who works at the circus, taught me to eat fire and juggling.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

6.

The students studied, reviewed, and have passed the test.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

7.

The corporation will sponsor only those projects that are worthy and it thinks have a chance at winning awards

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

8.

When we go camping, we hike trails, roast marshmallows, and fish every day.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

9.

She waited for the interview with anxiety and nervously.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

10.

Getting grounded caused him to have a bad day and to be angry.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

11.

The teachers agreed on implementing and sticking to a new extra credit policy; however, the students didn’t think they could follow or abide by the requirements.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

12.

This class includes lessons on how to write, read, and speech.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

13.

Brutus was honorable, honesty, and nobility.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

14.

The report showed an increase in attendance but that grades had decreased.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

15.

The essay will focus on who disrupted the chain, what the disruptions demonstrated, and how the characters changed.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

16.

The main problems were Danforth’s ambition, his pride, his arrogance, and his stubbornness.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

17.

Never underestimate the power of dressing professionally, speaking eloquently, and present yourself confidently.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

18.

Although I have never played a sport or sing songs, I must have some talent I have yet to discover.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

19.

Glancing over her test after she got it back from the teacher and wondering why she did so poorly, Anna fought back tears.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

20.

Startled by the noise, Jim froze and looking into the darkness sees a panther.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

21.

My parents always welcome my friends and try to make them feel at home.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

22.

The crocodile spends most of its time sunbathing, hunting, or in the water.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

23.

Whenever I try to show off my dog, he plants his hindquarters firmly on the ground, sits extremely rigid, and refuses to cooperate.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

24.

When lunch was finished, Aunt Lily helped us with the dishes, and afterward we piled into the car, stopped for gas, and then head to the lake.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel

25.

Kabuki plays, which are a traditional form of Japanese drama, feature colorful costumes and spectacular scenery.

a)

parallel

b)

not parallel