Parallel or not?
At the bakery, Maria bought croissants, a muffin, and she also grabbed a bagel.
(What is) No, it is not parallel.
The last term should be only a noun.
At the bakery, Maria bought croissants, a muffin, and a bagel.
Complete this sentence with parallel structure...
During her vacation, Emily plans to visit Miami, relax on a beach, and ________________.
Answers will vary, but they must be phrased as a verb phrase, like these:
...read a good book
...go on a sunset cruise
...sample the local cuisine
Name the part of speech that is parallel here.
During her free time at school, Mary studies, stretches, and socializes.
(What are) verbs.
studies
stretches
socializes
The vineyards of Napa Valley are at once breathlessly vibrant, symmetrical, and the green is profound.
A. and the green is profound.
B. and its green is quite profound.
C. and it is profoundly green.
D. and so profound green.
E. and profoundly green.
(What is) E.
The vineyards of Napa Valley are at once breathlessly vibrant, symmetrical, and profoundly green.
Combine these into one sentence with good parallel structure:
Brayden wants a car.
Brayden's brother also wants a car.
Bill wants a car as well.
Answers will vary, but here is a suggested response:
Brayden, his brother, and Bill each want a car.
Jordan's schedule this week includes attending a meeting, finishing a report, and checking in with clients.
(What is) Yes, this sentence is parallel.
Complete this sentence with parallel structure...
The garden path meandered through the roses, past a small pond, and _____________.
Answers will vary, but it must be expressed as a prepositional phrase, like these:
...down the hill
...towards the woodline
Name the part of speech that is parallel here.
When working with elderly clients, Anne performs her duties courteously, gently, and thoroughly.
(What are) adverbs.
courteously
gently
thoroughly
Susan enjoys cooking Italian cuisine, hosting dinner parties, and occasionally to bake desserts.
A. and occasionally to bake desserts
B. and occasionally baking desserts
C. and baking desserts is an occasional interest
D. and occasionally she bakes desserts
E. and occasionally baking desserts as well
(What is) B.
Susan enjoys cooking Italian cuisine, hosting dinner parties, and occasionally baking desserts.
Combine these into one sentence with good parallel structure:
Ronnie likes hamburgers.
Ronnie enjoys eating sushi.
Ronnie does not like coffee.
Answers will vary, but here is a possible response:
Ronnie likes hamburgers and sushi but not coffee.
Helen is an expert at knitting, and Jeanette’s main expertise involves sewing.
(What is) no, the two main clauses are not parallel.
Consider changing one of them:
Helen is an expert at knitting, and Jeanette is an expert at sewing.
Complete this sentence with parallel structure...
The company's objectives for the upcoming year include ______, increasing revenue, and expanding market share.
Answers will vary, but it must be phrased as a gerund phrase like these:
...developing new products
...attracting new customers
Name the kind of phrases that are parallel here.
Connor's weekly routine includes driving everyone to school, prepping meals, and checking on his grandparents.
(What are) Gerund Phrases
driving everyone to school
prepping meals
checking on his grandparents.
Many members of the "Beat Generation" were believers in fighting against societal conventions, express strong emotion, and the power of imagination.
A. were believers in fighting against societal conventions, express strong emotion
B. are believers in fighting against societal conventions, strong emotions being expressed
C. believed in the fight against societal conventions, the expression of strong emotions
D. believed in fighting against societal conventions, to express strong emotions
E. who believed in the fighting against societal conventions, express strong emotion
(What is) C.
Many members of the "Beat Generation" believed in the fight against societal conventions, the expression of strong emotions, and the power of imagination.
Combine these into one sentence with good parallel structure:
A good photograph has an impact on the audience.
A story is told by a good photograph.
The audience can see elements of proper composition.
Answers will vary, but here are possible responses:
A good photograph has an impact on the audience, tells a story, and displays elements of proper composition.
A good photograph impacts the audience, tells a story, and displays elements of proper composition.
Caitlyn will undoubtedly succeed because of her honesty and her attention to detail.
(What is) yes, this sentence is parallel.
Complete this sentence with parallel structure...
Running a marathon requires dedication, _____, and regular training.
Answers will vary, but the response should be a noun or noun phrase, like these:
...good shoes
...willpower
...proper hydration
Name the kind of phrases that are parallel here.
When we go to Italy, we plan to visit the galleries containing the best examples of Renaissance painting and to buy reproductions suitable for framing.
(What are) infinitive phrases.
to visit the galleries containing the best examples of Renaissance painting
to buy reproductions suitable for framing
The science fair project involved conducting experiments, writing a detailed report, and presenting findings to the class.
A. and presenting findings to the class
B. and to present findings to the class
C. and presenting findings in class
D. and the presentation of findings to the class
E. and to present the findings to the class
(What is) A.
The science fair project involved conducting experiments, writing a detailed report, and presenting findings to the class.
Combine these into one sentence with good parallel structure:
One of Mia's hobbies is painting landscapes.
Playing the piano is another hobby that Mia has.
Mia has made a hobby out of hiking in the mountains.
Answers will vary, but here is a possible response:
Mia's hobbies include painting landscapes, playing the piano, hiking in the mountains.
The garden path meandered through roses, past a small pond, and it had a bench for resting.
No, it is not parallel.
The new restaurant's lively atmosphere, _____, and diverse seating areas make it a good place to go to unwind after a hard day at work.
Answers will vary, but the response should be an adjective and a noun in a phrase, like these:
...friendly waiters
...soothing music
...beautiful views
Name the grammatical construct that is parallel here.
The condiment station at Gilberto's Taco Shop has the following options: red salsa, pico de gallo, queso, salsa verde, pickled onions, sour cream, and guacamole.
(What is) nouns or noun phrases.
Both are accepted.
To improve public health, the government must invest in healthcare infrastructure, promote healthy lifestyles, and to educate the population about preventive measures.
A. and to educate the population about preventive measures.
B. and it must educate the population about preventive measures.
C. and educate the population about preventive measures.
D. while educating the population about preventive measures.
E. and the population must be educated about preventive measures.
(What is) C.
To improve public health, the government must invest in healthcare infrastructure, promote healthy lifestyles, and educate the population about preventive measures.