Side by Side
This grammatical principle ensures balance by keeping phrases or clauses in the same format
Parallelism
This punctuation mark is used to introduce a list or a quotation
A colon
This type of adverb connects two independent clauses and shows relationships like contrast or cause and effect
What are citations used for in an essay?
Citations give credit to the source of information in your writing.
These words or phrases guide readers by showing relationships between ideas in writing.
transition words
Reword this sentence to improve parallel structure: "She likes hiking, to swim, and biking."
"She likes hiking, swimming, and biking"
Where should a colon be placed in this sentence: "The author said it best 'We all have the power to change the world'"
After the word "best" to introduce the quote that comes afterwards
What conjunctive adverb should go in this sentence:
"I studied hard for the test; _______, I felt prepared."
A. and
B. therefore
C. additionally
B
Which is an of a primary resource?
A. Peer reviews
B. blog entries
C. diaries and interviews
C. diaries and interviews
Why might an author start a story off with an anecdote?
to provide a relatable connection to the topic of their writing
Which is a better parallel structure of the following sentence: "The teacher said students should study diligently, do their homework, and be respectful in class."
A. "The teacher said students should study diligently, complete their homework, and respect others in class."
B. "The teacher said students should study, work and respect one another."
C. "The teacher said students should study hard, work together and be nice to each other."
A
This punctuation is used to join two independent clauses when a conjunctive adverb is present.
Name three common conjunctive adverbs
however, moreover, and consequently
Which would best help you determine the reliability of a source?
A. checking the publication date
B. asking Google
C. using multiple credible sources and cross referencing them
C
Lena hesitated before stepping into the abandoned house. The eerie creaks and whispers of the wind left her feeling unsettled, as though someone—or something—might be watching.
What is a synonym of "unsettled" based on how it is used in the passage?
worried, uneasy, scared
This type of structure makes writing smoother and easier for readers to understand
Parallel Structure
What punctuation is needed in this sentence and where should it go?
"I enjoy writing however I find editing to be more difficult."
Double Points: a comma should be placed after the word "however".
What conjunctive adverb can be added to this sentence: "I was tired I couldn’t sleep."
"however". The sentence would then read "I was tired; however, I couldn’t sleep."
Which source should be used to support an argument about why dog breeding should be outlawed?
A. a journal entry from PEDA
B. letters from people who agree with you
C. a research study on the impacts of dog breeding
C
What is the impact of an author's choice to explain events in chronological order?
A. it makes the story logical
B. it allows the reader to follow along with the events as they unfold.
C. it ensures the credibility of the author
B
Identify the issue in this sentence: "The goals of the club include learning public speaking, improving leadership, and to organize events."
"to organize events" does not match the parallel structure
Name two instances where a semi-colon is required in a sentence.
to join independent clauses without a conjunction and to separate complex items in a list
What is incorrect about this sentence:
"He didn’t practice much, therefore he didn’t perform well."
1. There should be a semi colon after the word "much" to separate the independent clause
2. The comma should be placed after the word "therefore".
How does evidence in a piece writing improve the credibility of a source?
Evidence helps to substantiate claims and verify facts
How does using transitions, such as "on the other hand," "furthermore," or "consequently," help your writing?
These words show the relationships among ideas in writing.