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- 1. Multiple ChoiceSelect the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.Phuong Tran has wit, charm, and she has an extremely pleasant personality.Phuong Tran has wit, charm, and a pleasing personality.
- 2. Multiple Choice. Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.In English class, Tashonda learned to read poems critically and to appreciate good prose.
In English class, Tashonda learned to read poems critically and she appreciated good prose. - 3. Multiple Choice. Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.He wanted three things out of college: to learn a skill, to make good friends, and to learn about life.
He wanted three things out of college: to learn a skill, to make good friends, and learning about life. - 4. Multiple Choice. Select the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.Professor Ali rewarded his students for working hard on the final project and going beyond the call of duty.
Professor Ali rewarded his students for their hard work on the final project and going beyond the call of duty. - 5. Multiple ChoiceSelect the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.The dictionary can be used for these purposes: to find word meanings, pronunciations, correct spellings, and looking up irregular verbs.The dictionary can be used for these purposes: to find word meanings, pronunciations, correct spellings, and irregular verbs.
- 6. Multiple ChoiceSelect the sentence that illustrates the use of proper parallel construction.The coach told the players that they should get a lot of sleep, that they should not eat too much, and to do some warm-up exercises before the game.The coach told the players that they should get a lot of sleep, that they should not eat too much, and that they should do some warm-up exercises before the game.
- 7. Multiple Choice
Which example shows correct parallel structure?
Recommended exercise includes to run, to swim, and cycling.
Recommended exercise includes running, swimming, and cycling.
Recommended exercise includes running, swimming, and to cycle.
Recommended exercise includes running, to swim, and cycling.
- 8. Multiple Choice
Read this sentence.
The customer service representative was asked to deal with customers kindly, professionally, and in a helpful manner.
In this sentence, how is kindly, professionally, and in a helpful correctly written?
as it is
kindly, professionally, and helpfully.
kindly, to be professional, and helpful.
customers kindly, to be professional, and to be helpful.
- 9. Multiple Choice
Read this sentence.
Going to school, riding a bike, and to spend time with friends were little things enjoyed today that Anne Frank could not do, due to her circumstances.
How is this sentence correctly written?
as it is
To go to school, to ride a bike, and spending time with friends were little things enjoyed today that Anne Frank could not do, due to her circumstances.
School, riding bikes, and spending time with friends were little things enjoyed today that Anne Frank could not do, due to her circumstances.
Going to school, riding a bike, and spending time with friends were little things enjoyed today that Anne Frank could not do, due to her circumstances.
- 10. Multiple Choice
Read this sentence.
Scientists and meteorologists are currently studying storms and try to find better ways of predicting them.
How is this sentence correctly written?
Scientists and meteorologists are currently studying storms and to try to find better ways of predicting them.
Scientists and meteorologists are currently studying storms and tried to find better ways of predicting them.
as it is
Scientists and meteorologists are currently studying storms and trying to find better ways of predicting them.
- 11. Multiple Choice
Replace the underlined portion of the sentence with a choice that creates a parallel structure.
There are two ways to get a promotion: working hard or make friends in high places.
to working hard
work hard
no change
worked hard
- 12. Multiple Choice
Neither _______ nor the ineffective air conditioner rattling in the window will deter Tiffany from loving the freedom of her first apartment.
when the inconsiderate neighbors played loud music
the inconsiderate neighbors playing loud music
playing loud music by the inconsiderate neighbors
having played loud music by the inconsiderate neighbors
- 13. Multiple Choice
Complete each question by choosing the expression which makes the sentence parallel.
*Volcanoes have inspired both fascination and ________.
people feared them throughout history
fear in people throughout history
- 14. Multiple Choice
Complete each question by choosing the expression which makes the sentence parallel.
*This fear is caused partially by our lack of understanding of the causes of volcanoes and___________.
partially by our own inability to control them
partially because we are unable to control them
- 15. Multiple Choice
Complete each question by choosing the expression which makes the sentence parallel.
*Not only are volcanoes very destructive,___________.
they provide benefits
but they can also be very beneficial
- 16. Multiple Choice
Complete each question by choosing the expression which makes the sentence parallel.
*Countries with many volcanoes, such as Italy, Mexico, and New Zealand, use underground steam as a source of energy, and __________.
homes in Reykjavik, Iceland, are heated with water from volcanic hot springs
Reykjavik, Iceland uses water from volcanic hot springs to heat homes
- 17. Multiple Choice
Which of the following has correct parallel structure?
Gary is short, smells, and annoying.
Gary is a short kid, smelled, and annoyance.
Gary is short, smelly, and annoying.
Gary is short, smell, annoy.
- 18. Multiple Choice
Which of the following sentences has correct parallel structure?
Sleeping, eating, and teach are my favorite things.
Sleep, food, and to teach are my favorite things.
I like to sleep, eating, and teach.
Sleeping, eating, and teaching are my favorite things.
- 19. Multiple Choice
Which sentence has correct parallel structure?
Even though I whined, cried, and complained, Kendra still wouldn't let me stay home.
Even though I whine, cried, and am complaining, Kendra still wouldn't let me stay home.
Even though I was whining, cried, and will complain, Kendra still wouldn't let me stay home.
Even though I whined, am crying, and complained, Kendra still wouldn't let me stay home.
- 20. Multiple Choice
Jeffery's farts smell like old onions, rotten eggs, and moldy cheese.
PARALLEL
NOT PARALLEL
- 21. Multiple Choice
I have traveled by bus, by train, and by subway, but never by boat.
PARALLEL
NOT PARALLEL
- 22. Multiple Choice
The advertisement claims that this toothpaste kills more germs and prevents more cavities than any other toothpaste.
PARALLEL
NOT PARALLEL
- 23. Multiple Choice
My grandfather's favorite pastime is to eat in trendy restaurants and visiting art galleries.
PARALLEL
NOT PARALLEL
- 24. Multiple Choice
Julia is in charge of stocking the shelves, writing orders, and selling computers.
PARALLEL
NOT PARALLEL
- 25. Multiple Choice
Mike likes to listen to rock music and reading mystery novels.
PARALLEL
NOT PARALLEL
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