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Exercises on Parallel Structure

The document provides exercises to identify sentences that are not parallel in structure and correct them. It asks the reader to: 1) Identify sentences from a passage that are not parallel in structure and rewrite them correctly. 2) Indicate whether sentences are true or false, and correct any mistakes. 3) Indicate whether sentences are correct or incorrect, and correct errors. The exercises focus on identifying and correcting errors in parallel structure across a variety of sentences. The goal is to practice forming sentences that are grammatically parallel.

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Exercises on Parallel Structure

The document provides exercises to identify sentences that are not parallel in structure and correct them. It asks the reader to: 1) Identify sentences from a passage that are not parallel in structure and rewrite them correctly. 2) Indicate whether sentences are true or false, and correct any mistakes. 3) Indicate whether sentences are correct or incorrect, and correct errors. The exercises focus on identifying and correcting errors in parallel structure across a variety of sentences. The goal is to practice forming sentences that are grammatically parallel.

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Exercises : Parallel strcuture

1. By obeying the speed limit, we can save energy, lives and it costs us less. It hilangkan, costs
ganti money
2. My home offers me a feeling of security (n), warm, and love. Ganti secure(v)
3. The pioneers labored to clear away (O of V) the forest and planting crops. To plant
4. When I refused to help her, she became very angry (adj) and shout (v) at me. Udah punya
verb jadi menyetarakan yang adj: shouted
5. In my spare time, I enjoy taking care of my aquarium and to work on my stamp collection.
To work jadi working (enjoy itu certain of verb nya gerund)
6. Computers are often used to ( bound preposition) control, adjustment, and correct complex
industrial operations. Ganti jadi Adjust.
7. Mathematics can be considered a language, an art, a science, a tool or playing (gerund adj
menjelaskan a game) a game. A play game.
8. Paper may contain vegetable, minerals, or man-made fibers.
9. Many people who live near the ocean depend on it as a source of food, recreation, and to
have economic opportunities. To have dihilangkan agar setara semuanya jadi noun
10. This summer the Recreation Department will sponsor classes in swimming and to lift
weights. Lifting weights soalnya ada in, object of prep: gerund
11. A bulldozer is used for pushing earth and to grade it. Abis used for diikuti gerund
12. In ancient Rome people used perfume for bathing, to soak their clothing, and even to give
their horses a more pleasant odor. Soaking dan giving.

Identify the part of each sentence, which is not parallel in structure, and write the
correct structure.
1. Pauline read the book, wrote a report, and returning it to the library. Returned
2. This class will cover the basics: how to write, to listen, and speaking in front of a
group. To speak
3. The rules were quite clear: no smoking, they couldn’t have visitors, and no loud
music. No visitors
4. Eileen loved to run, doing her homework, and to watch television with her friends
after school. To do homework
5. Essential to friendships are trusty and caring. trusting
6. Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wisdom. Wise
7. This vacation I plan to swim, to hike, and getting lots of fresh air in the mountains. To
get
8. Mary always believed that exercise and to read good books made her a wellrounded
person. read
9. Removing the front door and to carry the four-poster bed upstairs were the hardest
parts of the move. carring
10. Increasing dietary intake of calcium and to exercise regularly are ways to prevent
osteoporosis. exercising
11. Marcia does not know whether to put hot food directly into the refrigerator or letting
it cool first. To let
12. Many parents in our school district know neither how to make the school system work
for them nor spotting problems before they get out of hand. ...Nor how to spot
13. Will is not sure whether the rock he found is igneous or to be (gak perlu pake to be) a
sedimentary rock.
14. Botanical gardens not only educate the public about plants but also centers for
scientific investigation into botany. center
15. Amber can’t remember whether a checkerboard had sixty-four squares or that it (gak
perlu pake ini) has forty-eight squares.

Define whether the following sentences below are TRUE (T) or FALSE (F). Correct
mistakes.
1. When he was a college student, he learned to play tennis, to golf, and swimming. F (to
swim)
2. Do not speak out, but raise your hand. T
3. To face adversity, to solve problems, and to overcome difficulties all give one sense
of satisfaction. T
4. We enjoyed the perfect weather and seeing fjords in Norway. F saw
5. Go to window A, ask for a form, and bring it back to me. T
6. Before he died, he had sold his house, wrote a will, and set up a trust fund.F written
7. Her hobbies are reading, playing piano, and gardening. T
8. Being a homemaker is as difficult as working in an office. T
9. After years of dealing with the public, she developed great charm, wit, and confidant.
T
10. On their vacation they enjoyed swimming at the beach, walking through the quaint
streets, and sitting in the picturesque parks. T
11. He could not decide whether to get a job or studying. F (Study)
12. Although he was quick to criticize, he was slow praising his students.F (to praise)
13. The presidential candidate was a man of intellectual strength, moral character, and
personal integrity. T
14. The bellhop took my bags to my room, opened the door, and puts them at the foot of
the bed. F (put)
15. Jogging is more vigorous exercise than to play golf. F (Playing)

Indicate if the sentences are correct (C) or incorrect (I).


1. Depending on the perspective of the viewer, the film was considered laudable,
mediocrity, or horrendous. I Mediocre (adj)
2. He exercised not only in the morning, but he also exercised every afternoon. C
3. Working four days per week is much more relaxing than working five days per week.
C
4. Sam is always good-natured, generous, and helps you. Helpful
5. Either you have to finish the project, or the contract will be canceled. (C)
6. The courses that you are required to take are more important than the courses that you
choose. (C)
7. Music in your country is quite similar to my country. C
8. The collection of foreign journals in the university library is more extensive than the
high school library. C
9. You can graduate either at the end of the fall semester or you can graduate at the end
of the spring semester. C
10. The manager needed a quick but thorough response. C
11. Fire extinguishers can contain liquefied gas, dry chemicals, or watery. WATER
12. The U.S. Congress consists of both the Senate as well as the House of
Representatives. AND
13. The prison population in this state, now at an all time high, is higher than any state. C
14. A well-composed baroque opera achieves a delicate balance by focusing alternately
on the aural, visual, emotional, and philosophy elements. ELEMENTAL
15. Manufacturers may use food additives for preserving, to color, to flavor, or to fortify
foods. TO PRESERVE
16. A bankruptcy may be either voluntary nor involuntary. OR

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Parallelism's role in grammatical precision focuses on structural uniformity, ensuring logical clarity and reducing ambiguity. It involves consistency in patterns like lists or comparisons, which enhances the reader's understanding. In contrast, its rhetorical effect lies in using repetition to emphasize points, making arguments more compelling and memorable. The aesthetic rhythm it provides can enhance both the emotional and intellectual appeal of a text .

To identify and correct parallel structure errors, one can use strategies such as reading sentences aloud to detect awkwardness, breaking sentences into parts to ensure consistency in grammatical forms, and cross-referencing similar sentence elements to check for uniformity. Additionally, using grammar-check tools can help highlight errors, but manual review is essential for context-based corrections .

Parallel structure corrections can modify both the clarity and impact of a sentence without altering its intended meaning. By ensuring consistent grammatical patterns, corrections make sentences easier to process, thereby enhancing their persuasive power and improving the reader's understanding. For example, 'Fire extinguishers can contain liquefied gas, dry chemicals, or watery,' corrected to 'contain liquefied gas, dry chemicals, or water,' removes ambiguity and improves understanding .

Parallel structure contributes to the aesthetic quality of written English by providing rhythm and balance. This repetition of grammatical patterns can create a pleasing symmetry and enhance the reader's engagement. For example, correcting sentences to maintain parallel structure ensures a more fluid and harmonious reading experience, essential for persuasive and poetic texts .

Ignoring parallel structure can lead to confusion, reduce the readability of text, and make arguments less persuasive. Sentences that lack parallelism often sound awkward and can mislead or distract the reader, thus undermining the effectiveness of communication. Academic writing requires precision and clarity, which parallel structure helps achieve .

Gerunds ensure parallelism in sentences, particularly when they serve similar functions. For example, 'In my spare time, I enjoy taking care of my aquarium and to work on my stamp collection' lacks parallelism. Correcting it to 'I enjoy taking care of my aquarium and working on my stamp collection' creates parallelism by using gerunds for both activities .

Parallel structure enhances sentence clarity and coherence by ensuring that equal sentence parts are presented in the same grammatical format, which makes sentences easier to read and understand. For example, the sentence 'This class will cover the basics: how to write, to listen, and speaking in front of a group' is confusing because 'speaking' is not parallel with the other actions. Correcting it to 'how to write, to listen, and to speak in front of a group' makes the sentence clearer .

Correcting parallel structure errors can significantly improve professional communication by ensuring that information is presented clearly and concisely. For example, 'A bulldozer is used for pushing earth and to grade it' should be corrected to 'used for pushing earth and grading it,' which ensures uniformity in verb forms, thus enhancing clarity and professionalism .

Exercises on parallel structure benefit both native and non-native English speakers by improving grammatical accuracy, reading comprehension, and writing fluency. For native speakers, such exercises reinforce understanding of sentence structure, aiding in more effective communication. For non-native speakers, they provide insights into grammatical norms and stylistic nuances, facilitating language acquisition and building confidence in English proficiency .

Examples of parallel structure errors include: 'By obeying the speed limit, we can save energy, lives and it costs us less.' Here, 'costs us less' is not parallel with 'save energy, lives'. It should be 'save money'. Another example: 'The pioneers labored to clear away the forest and planting crops.' Here, 'planting crops' is not parallel with 'to clear'. It should be 'to plant crops'. The correction involves ensuring uniformity in the grammatical structure. For example, using a consistent verb form across similar sentence elements.

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