improving sentence style using parallel structure
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Improving Sentence Style
Using Parallel Structure
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When you join several equal or related ideas in a sentence, it is important that you express these ideas in a similar way.
You can do this by balancing the structure (syntax) of your sentence parts.
For example, balance an adjective with an adjective, a phrase with a phrase, and a clause with a clause.
This is called parallel structure.
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Not parallel: He learned three things: shooting, passing, and how to dribble. (2 gerunds and a phrase = not parallel)
Parallel: He learned three things: shooting, passing, and dribbling. (3 gerunds = parallel)
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Not parallel: A good coach must learn to communicate with players, to organize a schedule, and adversity. (2 phrases and a noun = not parallel)
Parallel: A good coach must learn to communicate with players, to organize a schedule, and to handle adversity. (3 phrases = parallel)
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Exercises
Directions: Number 1-5 and label the following sentences parallel or not parallel.
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1. I traveled to Europe last summer, and I visited Greece and explored Athens.
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2. Athens, the capital of Greece, is known for its ancient ruins, busy lifestyle, and enjoying fine Greek food.
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3. Because it is nearly three thousand years old and its rich history, Athens attracts many visitors each year.
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4. People often drive very fast in Athens and scare the pedestrians.
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5. I like seeing the sights in Athens to learn about its history.
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The Answers
1. Parallel
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2. Not parallelCorrection: Athens, the capital
of Greece, is known for its ancient ruins, busy lifestyle, and fine Greek food.
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3. Not parallelCorrection: Because it is nearly
three thousands years old and has a rich history, Athens attracts many visitors.
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4. Parallel
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5. Not parallelCorrection: I like seeing the
sights in Athens and learning about its history.