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Parallel Structure EOC Prep

Total questions: 37

Worksheet time: 55mins

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Class
Date
1.

Complete each question by choosing the expression which makes the sentence parallel.


*Volcanoes have inspired both fascination and ________.

a)

people feared them throughout history

b)

fear in people throughout history

2.

Complete each question by choosing the expression which makes the sentence parallel.


*This fear is caused partially by our lack of understanding of the causes of volcanoes and___________.

a)

partially by our own inability to control them

b)

partially because we are unable to control them

3.

Complete each question by choosing the expression which makes the sentence parallel.


*Not only are volcanoes very destructive,___________.

a)

they provide benefits

b)

but they can also be very beneficial

4.

Complete each question by choosing the expression which makes the sentence parallel.


*Lava rock is used in building roads, and __________.

a)

pumice, a glass that comes from lava, is used for grinding and polishing materials

b)

they use pumice, a glass that comes from lava, for grinding and polishing materials

5.

Complete each question by choosing the expression which makes the sentence parallel.


*Countries with many volcanoes, such as Italy, Mexico, and New Zealand, use underground steam as a source of energy, and __________.

a)

homes in Reykjavik, Iceland, are heated with water from volcanic hot springs

b)

Reykjavik, Iceland uses water from volcanic hot springs to heat homes

6.

Which of the following has correct parallel structure?

a)

Gary is short, smells, and annoying.

b)

Gary is a short kid, smelled, and annoyance.

c)

Gary is short, smelly, and annoying.

d)

Gary is short, smell, annoy.

7.

Which of the following sentences has correct parallel structure?

a)

Sleeping, eating, and teach are my favorite things.

b)

Sleep, food, and to teach are my favorite things.

c)

I like to sleep, eating, and teach.

d)

Sleeping, eating, and teaching are my favorite things.

8.

Which sentence has correct parallel structure?

a)

Even though I whined, cried, and complained, Kendra still wouldn't let me stay home.

b)

Even though I whine, cried, and am complaining, Kendra still wouldn't let me stay home.

c)

Even though I was whining, cried, and will complain, Kendra still wouldn't let me stay home.

d)

Even though I whined, am crying, and complained, Kendra still wouldn't let me stay home.

9.

Jeffery's farts smell like old onions, rotten eggs, and moldy cheese.

a)

PARALLEL

b)

NOT PARALLEL

10.

I have traveled by bus, by train, and by subway, but never by boat.

a)

PARALLEL

b)

NOT PARALLEL

11.

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

a)

PARALLEL

b)

NOT PARALLEL

12.

My grandfather's favorite pastime is to eat in trendy restaurants and visiting art galleries.

a)

PARALLEL

b)

NOT PARALLEL

13.

Joan decided to paint her office, to add some new curtains, and that the rugs needs dry cleaning.

a)

PARALLEL

b)

NOT PARALLEL

14.

Mike likes to listen to rock music and reading mystery novels.

a)

PARALLEL

b)

NOT PARALLEL

15.

Julia is in charge of stocking the shelves, writing orders, and selling computers.

a)

PARALLEL

b)

NOT PARALLEL

16.
.  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.
17.

Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.

a)

The new baby sitter was strict about having children get to bed on time and brushing their teeth.

b)

The new baby sitter was strict about having children get to bed on time and brush their teeth.

18.
.  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.
19.

In addition to being a successful mother, actress, and _____, Thelma is the president of her own company.

a)

she writes

b)

to write

c)

writing

d)

writer

20.

Getting something is not always as easy as _________.

a)

wanting it

b)

when you want it

c)

to want it

d)

you want it

21.

Automobile accidents are far more frequent than ________.

a)

having an accident in an airplane

b)

airplanes have accidents

c)

airplane accidents

d)

when there are airplane accidents

22.

Students must conduct their laboratory experiments accurately and ______.

a)

safely

b)

safety

c)

with safety

d)

in a safe manner

23.

Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.

a)

Recent historians attribute events to the acts of leaders of nations as well as wishes of the people.

b)

Recent historians attribute events to the acts of leaders of nations as well as to wishing by people.

c)

Recent historians attribute events to the acts of leaders of nations as well as to the wishes of the people.

24.

Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.

a)

Virginia Woolf's success as a novelist was as great a tribute to her style as plots.

b)

Virginia Woolf's success as a novelist was as great a tribute to her style as to her plots.

25.

Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.

a)

Dentists advise us to cut down on sweets and to brush our teeth after each meal.

b)

Dentists advise us to cut down on sweets and brushing our teeth after each meal.

26.

Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.

a)

To milk a goat is more difficult than a cow.

b)

To milk a goat is more difficult than to milk a cow.

27.

The budget discussion centered on the large appropriations for defense and ______________________

a)

paying the bills promptly

b)

the prompt payment of bills

28.

The frightened private did not know whether he had been ordered to stand trial for disorderly conduct or ______________

a)

because he had disobeyed

b)

to disobey

c)

for disobedience

29.

During our warm up you must read silently and _________________

a)

on your own

b)

individually

c)

alone

30.

Running a mile takes longer than ______________

a)

swimming a mile

b)

to swim a mile

c)

it would take someone to swim a mile

31.

In college, you will be _______________________ to study on your own and to take good notes

a)

both required

b)

required both

32.

Many colonists settled in America to seek new wealth or _________

a)

to seek freedom of religion

b)

seeking religious freedom

c)

because they wanted freedom of religion

33.

Not only are you studying for History ___________ you are studying for Spanish.

a)

but

b)

but also

34.

In Creon's mind, all citizens are __________________ to obey and to discourage others from disobeying.

a)

required both

b)

both required

35.

Even if you don't watch the show, it is easy to distinguish the voice of Michael Scott from __________________

a)

Dwight Schrute

b)

Dwight Schrute's voice

c)

the voice of Dwight Schrute

36.

While surveying the land, explorers were amazed both at how __________________ at how dark the forest became.

a)

bright the sun shone and

b)

brightly the sun shone and

c)

bright the sun shone

37.

If you go to see the musical on opening night, ______ the cast will feel supported.

a)

but

b)

so

c)

while

d)

then