3. How about in writing?
It is a balance or pattern within one or
more sentences of similar phrases or
clauses that have the same grammatical
structure.
4. Why is it necessary in writing?
Improves readability
Increases understanding
Introduces rhythm
5. How is it done?
Single words should be balanced with single
words, phrases with phrases, clauses with
clauses.
Example:
A kiss can be a comma, a question mark, or an
exclamation point. (nouns)
This novel is not to be tossed lightly aside, but to
be hurled with great force. (phrases/infinitives)
In matters of principle, stand like a rock; in
matters of taste, swim with the current. (clauses)
6. Where is it done?
Noun Abused children commonly exhibit one
or more of the following symptoms:
withdrawal, rebelliousness, and
depression.
Verbs In preparation for the party, we
purchased the favors, cleaned the
house, and prepared the food.
Adjectives The student is punctual, studious, and
polite.
Adverbs Alison respectfully and politely asked to
be excused from the meeting.
Prepositions I looked for my cell phone everywhere.
I looked under my bed, in my purse,
and in my car.
7. Examples - Series
LP: Hooked on romance novels, I learned
that nothing is more important than being
rich, looking good, and to have a good
time.
P: Hooked on romance novels, I learned
that nothing is more important than being
rich, looking good, and having a good
time.
Using –ing forms in each part
8. Examples - Series
LP: After assuring us that he was sober,
Sam drove down the middle of the road,
ran one red light, and two stop signs.
P: After assuring us that he was sober,
Sam drove down the middle of the road,
ran one red light, and went through two
stop signs.
Using a verb in each part
9. Examples – Pairs
LP: At Lincoln H.S., vandalism can result in
suspension or even being expelled from
school.
P: At Lincoln H.S., vandalism can result in
suspension or expulsion from school.
Using 2 nouns
10. Examples - Clarification
LP: Many hooked smokers try switching to
a brand they find distasteful or a low tar
and nicotine cigarette.
P: Many hooked smokers try switching to a
brand they find distasteful or to a low tar
and nicotine cigarette.
Adding the preposition to help the reader
