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Parallel Structure
Parallel Structure
Parallel structure means using the same pattern throughout the sentence. Usually, words, clauses or phrases using parallel structure are joined by coordinating conjunctions.
Example #1:
Words ending in -ing (gerund) form:
Incorrect: She went skiing, sledding, and snowboarded this weekend.
Do not mix forms:
skiing, sledding, snowboarded
Correct: She went skiing, sledding, and snowboarding this weekend.
All words ended in -ing:
skiing, sledding, and snowboarding
Example #2:
Infinitives:
Harley likes to read, to write, and to draw illustrations. OR
Harley likes to read, write, and draw illustrations.
Use to before all the words, or before the first word in the list.
Example #3:
Clauses:
Not parallel: The students were told
that they would present
their presentation during class,
that they would
be able to use their notes, and
had to answer
questions asked by their peers. (Note: the last clause is also passive voice)
Parallel: The students were told
that they would present
their presentation during class,
that they would
be able to use their notes, and
that peers would
ask questions after the presentation.
Practice Quiz #1
Practice Quiz #2
Practice Quiz #3
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