Parallel Structure

True or False

1

This is a correct example of parallel structure: He liked their courage, stamina, and style.

True

2

Parallel structure can add more than clarity to language-it can also add emphasis and rhythm.

True

3

You can create parallel structure in a sentence by using different grammatical forms to express equal, or parallel, ideas.

False

4

In using parallel structure, you pair a noun with a noun, a phrase with a phrase, a clause with a clause, and an infinitive with an infinitive.

True

5

You use parallel structure when you link ideas with conjugations such as both...and, either...or, neither...nor.

True

Correct or Incorrect

1

Joe likes singing, walking and to dive.

Incorrect

2

Einstein liked doing mathematical research more than to supervise a large laboratory.

Incorrect

3

Brian disliked not only playing baseball but also to run long distances.

Incorrect

4

Mary wanted to make sure she made her presentation creatively, effectively and persuaded others.

Incorrect

5

Miranda wants her dog to sit on command, and stop chasing the cat, but Rowdy behaves as he pleases.

Incorrect