Parallelism

Parallel Structure in sentences: Provides fluency and rhythm to a writer’s expression Otherwise, sentences become awkward May interfere with the reader’s ability to give full attention to the writer’s intended message

Not Parallel: Parallel: Parallelism Not Parallel: Parallel: To read and understanding are not necessarily the same thing. To read and to understand are not necessarily the same thing.

Parallel: Not Parallel: Parallelism Not Parallel: Parallel: There are many types of plays, including dramatic, tragedy, and comedy. There are many types of plays, including dramas, tragedies, and comedies.

Parallel: Not Parallel: Parallelism Parallel: Not Parallel: The students went hiking, camping, and to swim. The students went hiking, camping, and swimming.

Using parallelism, complete the following sentences. School uniforms improve student performance, save parents money, and __________. Parties on school nights _________, disrupt homework, and decrease valuable family time. Revising is extremely important for stories, for essays, and ________. Running, jumping, and _________ are my favorite pastimes. To study, to become an A student, and _______ are three of my personal goals.