Mastering Parallelism
This worksheet helps Grade 11 students understand and apply the principles of parallelism in sentence structure for improved clarity and stylistic effect.
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Mastering Parallelism
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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions. This worksheet focuses on parallelism, a grammatical construction where phrases or clauses in a sentence are grammatically similar in structure, sound, meaning, or meter. Correct parallelism enhances readability and emphasizes ideas.
1. Which of the following sentences demonstrates correct parallel structure?
She likes to hike, to swim, and cycling.
He was praised for his courage, his dedication, and his being honest.
The students learned to read, to write, and to critically think.
The speaker was articulate, persuasive, and inspiring.
2. Which sentence uses parallel structure effectively to create a sense of balance?
She ran quickly, jumped high, and gracefully landed.
He enjoys playing guitar, to sing, and writing songs.
The recipe requires butter, sugar, and milk to be added.
To learn is to grow, to experience is to mature, and to share is to enrich.
Complete the following sentences by adding a word or phrase that maintains parallel structure.
1. She spent her vacation hiking in the mountains, swimming in the lake, and .
2. The ideal leader should be intelligent, compassionate, and .
3. My goals for this year are to improve my grades, to learn a new skill, and .
Rewrite the following sentences to correct any errors in parallel structure.
1. The coach told the players that they should get a lot of sleep, to eat a nutritious breakfast, and report to practice on time.
2. She was excited about visiting Paris, seeing the Eiffel Tower, and to taste French cuisine.
3. The new software is powerful, flexible, and it is easy to use.
Indicate whether the following statements about parallelism are True or False.
1. Parallelism only applies to verbs in a series.
True
False
2. Using parallel structure can improve the flow and rhythm of a sentence.
True
False
Write a short paragraph (5-7 sentences) describing your ideal future career. Ensure that you use at least three instances of parallel structure to enhance clarity and impact. Underline each instance of parallelism.