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English 8 Q3 LAS W6 Parallel Structures

The document provides information about parallel structures in grammar. It defines parallelism as using the same grammatical structures multiple times to balance elements in a sentence, paragraph, or longer text. Some key rules of parallelism include using parallel structures to join nouns with nouns, prepositional phrases with prepositional phrases, and elements in lists or series. Maintaining parallel structure helps writing flow better and be easier to understand. The document includes examples of parallel and non-parallel structures, as well as activities for students to identify parallel structures and rewrite sentences with proper parallelism.

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English 8 Q3 LAS W6 Parallel Structures

The document provides information about parallel structures in grammar. It defines parallelism as using the same grammatical structures multiple times to balance elements in a sentence, paragraph, or longer text. Some key rules of parallelism include using parallel structures to join nouns with nouns, prepositional phrases with prepositional phrases, and elements in lists or series. Maintaining parallel structure helps writing flow better and be easier to understand. The document includes examples of parallel and non-parallel structures, as well as activities for students to identify parallel structures and rewrite sentences with proper parallelism.

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English 8

Use Parallel
Structures
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After going through this Learning


Activity Sheet, you will be able to:

• Define parallel structures and its rules;


• Identify parallel structures; and
• Rewrite sentences to show parallel
structures.
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Key Concept/s
Background Information for Students

× In grammar, parallelism is the practice of using the same


structures or forms multiple times: making sure the parts are
parallel to each other. Parallel structure can be applied to a
single sentence, a paragraph, or even multiple paragraphs.
× Maintaining parallel structure helps you avoid grammatically
incorrect sentences and improves your writing style. Although
lack of parallelism is not always strictly incorrect, sentences
with parallel structure are easier to read and add a sense of
balance to your writing.
Parallel
Structures
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Rules of Parallelism
1. Parallelism is used to balance nouns with nouns,
prepositional phrases with prepositional phrases,
participles with participles, infinitives with
infinitives, clauses with clauses.
2. Parallelism is used with elements joined by
coordinating conjunctions.
wrong: My mother likes cooking and to read.
correct: My mother likes cooking and reading.
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3. Parallelism is used with elements in lists or in a series. This task can be
done individually, in pairs, or can be done in groups of four. This task can be
done individually, in pairs, or in groups of four.
4. Parallelism is used with elements being compared.
wrong: She is mad about watching TV more than to read a book .
correct: She is mad about watching TV more than reading a book.
5. Parallelism is used with elements joined by a linking verb or a form of be .
wrong: To learn is understanding the world.
correct: To learn is to understand the world.
6. Parallelism is used with elements joined by linking words.
wrong: The teacher not only wants his students to keep quiet but also to do
the task.
correct: The teacher wants his students not only to keep quiet but also to do
the task.
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____1. Sharon bought a scarf, a teddy bear and a sketchbook.


____2. John wanted to travel by car, by train, and then take a bus.
____3. They like playing games, riding bicycles and cooking food.
____4. Marianne is a good writer, volleyball player and pianist.
____5. The entourage will go to Manila, to Palawan and Cebu.
____6. James sang, performed and then he went outside.
____7. He throws garbage, he grabs wallets, and he runs away.
____8. Jenny is in either the classroom or the laboratory.
____9. Michael anticipates both to earn a salary and to get a bonus.
____10. The weather report was neither accurate nor fair.
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Activity 2: Gear Up
 
Directions: Identify the sentences that show proper parallel structure.
Write the letter of your choice on the spaces provided.
_____1.
(a) The symposium explained how to respond quickly, appearing capable, and
how to ask for help.
(b) The symposium explained how to respond quickly, how to appear capable,
and how to ask for help.
_____2.
(a) Judith dislikes people who are rude, selfish, and they are self-centered.
(b) Judith dislikes people who are rude, selfish, and self-centered.
_____3.
(a) Not only did I have to run 30 km, but I also had to cross the bridge.
(b) I not only had to run 30 km but also cross the bridge.
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 _____4.
(a) The politician responded to the question both promptly and cleverly.
(b) The politician both gave a prompt response and a clever one to the question.
______5.
(a) Neither scolding the child nor beating him did any good.
(b) Neither a sound scolding nor trying to beat the child did any good.
______6.
(a) My English is improving slowly but surely.
(b) My English is improving slow but surely.

______7.
(a) They are leaving the party hurriedly and quietly.
(b) They are leaving the party hurriedly and quiet.
______8.
(a) James walks and reading at the same time.
(b) James walks and reads at the same time.
______9.
(a) We spend time listen and laughing at our favourite show.
(b) We spend time listening to and laughing at our favourite show.
______10.
(a) They exercise daily, maintain a special diet, and get proper sleep.
(b) They exercise daily, maintained a special diet, and they get proper sleep.
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Activity 3: Speed Up
Directions: Rewrite the sentences to show parallel structure.
Example:
He would rather play in the yard than studying.
Answer:
He would rather play in the yard than study in the college.

1. Iza was not only Annah’s sister, but also she was her
mentor.
2. If you go to the bookshop, please remember to pick up
your books, buy some stationary, and to look for a latest
novel.
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3. I spent four hours with Mr. Cruz, reviewing my project
performance, evaluating my targets, and my future
prospects with the organization was also discussed.
4. Mr. Arroyo’s speech was imprecise, monotonous, and
should have been omitted.
5. John likes hiking, swimming, and to take afternoon naps.
6. They will not admit their mistake nor will they be
apologizing.
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7. Mrs. Aquino’s need a new sofa, table and lamps
for her TV lounge.
8. Literature classes teach students to analyze texts,
think critically, and have better writing.
9. He is man of great talent, ability and who is
most intelligent.
10.They finally made the decision to go to
university and what they would take in.
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