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Parallelism

Parallelism. Parallelism means using the same pattern of words to show that two or more elements in the sentence have the same level of importance.

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Parallelism

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  1. Parallelism Parallelism means using the same pattern of words to show that two or more elements in the sentence have the same level of importance.

  2. A good writer uses parallelism to create clear and concise sentences, and also to reduce the work that the reader must do to understand the author's meaning Ex. Susie is only interested in dating millionaires and security. (Unparallel = NO GOOD)

  3. Susie is only interested in dating millionaires and finding security. (Parallel = Good!)

  4. The French, the Italians, Spanish, and Portuguese enjoy local cuisines. The French, the Italians, the Spanish, and the Portuguese enjoy local cuisines.

  5. PARALLEL UNPARALLEL My income is smaller than my wife. My income is smaller than my wife’s income.

  6. Driving to New York takes less time than flying there. Driving flying THE VERBS DRIVING AND FLYING ARE PARALLEL!

  7. Exercise has advantages such as boosting mood, self confidence, and decreasing stress and anxiety. Exercise has advantages such as boosting mood, increasing self confidence, and decreasing stress and anxiety.

  8. We asked the neighbors to pick up our mail, to water the flowers, and feeding Sparky.

  9. How are the following parallel?Giving to charity, helping the needy, and serving others are all ways to feel good about yourself.In this class, you will learn how to put gas in your car, change a tire, and replace any light bulbs.Over vacation we went to visit family, saw a movie, and played a long game of Monopoly.

  10. The restaurant was known for its spicy fries, juicy burgers, and unique desserts.He woke up late, fell down the stairs, and broke both his legs.We wanted to go to Disney World, to visit our cousins, and to spend three days at the beach.

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