Parallel Structure #1
What does it mean if two things are parallel?
They are similar to each other
Finish the sentence with parallel structure
Running, lifting, and ___________ are three of their favorite exercises.
a) swimming
b) going for a swim
c) to swim
a) swimming
What is the goal of research writing?
to inform
What are the three steps in writing commentary?
say, mean, matter
How many days are in 2024?
366
Finish the sentence with parallel structure:
When Tiana realized her dad made lima beans and rice for dinner, she __________, claimed to feel nauseous, and excused herself from the table.
a) clutched her stomach
b) was clutching her stomach
c) did clutch her stomach
a) clutched her stomach
Finish the sentence using parallel structure:
Emil kicked the back of Zuri's desk, _____________, and poked her arm with his pencil, but she would not bend to the side so he could see her quiz answers.
a) blew on her neck
b) he blew on her neck
c) blowing on her neck
a) blew on her neck
True or False: you don't have to cite your sources in your research paper
false
What is your "say"?
quote or piece of evidence
How many oceans are there in the world?
5
Finsh the sentence with parallel structure:
When the weather outside is cold and ________, I like to be indoors.
a) starting to get windy
b) getting windy
c) windy
c) windy
Finish the sentence with parallel structure:
Yasir was excited about inviting people over, eating a good meal, and __________.
a) a game of cards
b) playing a game of cards
c) to play a game of cards
b) playing a game of cards
Which of the following is an example of an in-text citation:
a) In the article, "Life in Costa Rica," it states, "There are tons of beaches and rainforests."
b) "There are tons of beaches and rainforests," (Life in Costa Rica).
c) "There are tons of beaches and rainforests," says Ms. Reeves
A. In the article, "Life in Costa Rica," it states, "There are tons of beaches and rainforests."
What is your "mean"?
How many siblings does Ms. Reeves have?
3
Finish the sentence with parallel structure
In preparation for his run, Amir _______________, put on a hat, and started his music.
a) was tightening his shoelaces
b) tied his shoelaces
c) did tighten his shoelaces
b) tied his shoelaces
Finish the sentence with parallel structure:
Desaray enjoys reading the book more than _______.
a) she watches the movie
b) she will watch the movie
c) watching the movie
c) watching the movie
Which of the following is an example of a parenthetical citation?
a) In the article, "Life in Costa Rica," it states, "There are tons of beaches and rainforests."
b) "There are tons of beaches and rainforests," (Life in Costa Rica).
c) "There are tons of beaches and rainforests," says Ms. Reeves
b) "There are tons of beaches and rainforests," (Life in Costa Rica).
2 sentences max
What galaxy is Earth in?
The Milky Way
Finish the sentence with parallel structure:
The teacher valued ___________
a) respect, honesty, and being on time
b) being respectful, honesty, and timeliness
c) respect, honesty, and timeliness
c) respect, honesty, and timeliness
Why is parallel structure important in writing?
Make writing more clear, organized, fluid, and readable
Why is it important to cite your sources in research writing?
avoid plagiarism , give credit to where you got information
What is your "matter"?
What famous rapper is the father of Kim Kardashian's four children?
Kanye West