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This document discusses the grammar concept of parallelism. Parallelism refers to using similar grammatical structures in a sentence to emphasize equivalent ideas or items in a list or series. It makes writing more concise, clear and readable. The document provides examples of proper parallel structure with word series, prepositional phrases, clauses, infinitives, correlative conjunctions like "either/or" and "neither/nor", and words ending in "-ing". Parallel structure should be used consistently within a sentence or list.
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2. It creates clarity, rhythm, and balance in writing by using consistent structures for lists, series, comparisons, and contrasts.
3. Maintaining parallel structure is required for lists, series, correlative expressions, and comparisons to ensure consistent grammar is used for related elements.
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The document provides information about using parallel structures in writing. It defines parallelism as using similar grammatical structures to show that ideas have equal importance. When presenting a series of equally important details, items should be balanced or parallel. Non-parallel structures mix different grammatical forms, like nouns and verbs, which makes the sentence less smooth. The document gives examples of parallel and non-parallel structures using words, phrases, and clauses. It emphasizes that similar ideas should use similar grammatical structures for clarity and effective communication.
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This document discusses parallel structures and concessions in writing. It defines parallelism as using the same grammatical pattern in a list or comparison. Coordinating conjunctions like and, but, and or are used to combine parallel ideas. When using concessions, the writer acknowledges opposing views to strengthen their own argument. Transition words like although and despite introduce dependent clauses that concede similarities or differences between contrasting ideas.
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This document discusses various grammatical concepts related to discourse analysis and cohesion between clauses. It defines key terms like theme, rheme, reference, substitution, ellipsis, and conjunction. It provides examples and explanations of different types of reference like anaphoric, cataphoric, exophoric, and homophoric reference. It also distinguishes between substitution, ellipsis, and the different types of conjunctions like additive, adversative, temporal, and causal conjunctions. The document serves to link grammar concepts to discourse analysis and explain how grammar creates cohesion and textuality in both spoken and written language.
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- 2. PARALLELISM With Ian Aurora National High School
- 3. In grammar, parallelism, also known as parallel structure or parallel construction, is a balance within one or more sentences of similar phrases or clauses that have the same grammatical structure. PARALLELISM
- 4. Parallelism refers to using similar words, clauses, phrases, sentence structure, or other grammatical elements to emphasize similar ideas in a sentence. It makes the sentence concise, clear, and easy to read. Parallel structure is important especially in items in a series, paired items, and items in an outline or list
- 5. Series of Words Series of Infinitives Series of Prepositional Phrases Series of Clauses She wanted three things: money, power and security. There was no opportunity to do my taxes, to request an extension, or to explain my situation He found cleaning supplies in the closet, under the sink, but not in the garage The company doesn't care about who you are, how you got here, or why you have come WHEN TO USE PARALLELISM?
- 6. Writers use parallel structure in the words and phrases in their sentences. This grammatical form can be used with a variety of structures including infinitives, words, clauses, and lists. Proper Use of Parallel Structure
- 7. A parallel structure should be used when you connect clauses with a coordinating conjunction such as for, and, nor, or, but, so, or yet. Some examples of this include: Proper Use of Parallel Structure
- 8. Correct: Every morning, we make our bed, eat breakfast, and feed the dog. Incorrect: Every morning, we make our bed, eating breakfast, and feed the dog. Correct: I will not sing a song, nor will I dance. Incorrect: I will not be singing, nor dance. Clauses with a coordinating conjunction
- 9. In addition to coordinating conjunctions, parallel structure is also used with correlative conjunctions such as either/or, neither/nor, not only/but also. Some examples of this use include: Proper Use of Parallel Structure
- 10. Correct: They argued not only about the article but also about the review. Incorrect: They argued not only about the article, but they argued also about the review. Correct: Either she likes to see him or she doesn’t like to see him. Incorrect: Either she likes to see him or doesn’t like seeing him. Correlative conjunction
- 11. Be consistent and use parallel structure with words that end in -ing. Some examples of parallel structure of words in -ing:: Proper Use of Parallel Structure
- 12. Correct: Joe likes running, walking, and being active. Incorrect: Joe likes running, walking and outdoor activities. Correct: We enjoy relaxing and sitting out in the sun. Incorrect: We enjoy relaxing and like to sit out in the sun. With -ING WORDS
- 13. Parallel structure should be used when writing clauses. Some examples of clauses using parallel structure are: Proper Use of Parallel Structure
- 14. Correct: Mary wanted to make sure that she made her presentation creatively, effectively, and persuasively. Incorrect: Mary wanted to make sure she made her presentation creatively, effectively, and persuaded others. Correct: Tim was considered to be a good employee because he was always on time, he was very motivated, and he was a good leader. Incorrect: Tim was considered to be a good employee because he was always on time, he was very motivated and led the team well. Clauses
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