EXERCISE 9–3 Identifying parallel structure

EXERCISE 9–3Identifying parallel structure

Click on Parallel if the sentence is written in parallel form; click on Not parallel if some elements of the sentence are not written in parallel form. Click Save to save your work and return to it. Click Submit to see your score and item-by-item explanations; your activity will be recorded in your instructor's gradebook.

1 of 10

The hula hoop is not only a fun toy but also can be a great tool for exercise.

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EXERCISE 9–3 Identifying parallel structure - 1 of 10: The hula hoop is not only a fun toy but also can be a great tool for exercise.

2 of 10

Blueberries, chocolate, and green tea are high in antioxidants, which may help fight heart disease.

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EXERCISE 9–3 Identifying parallel structure - 2 of 10: Blueberries, chocolate, and green tea are high in antioxidants, which may help fight heart disease.

3 of 10

Andrew Jackson, the seventh US president, is known for dismantling the Bank of the United States and he attacked the man who tried to assassinate him.

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EXERCISE 9–3 Identifying parallel structure - 3 of 10: Andrew Jackson, the seventh US president, is known for dismantling the Bank of the United States and he attacked the man who tried to assassinate him.

4 of 10

Home owners can save energy by setting the thermostat lower in the winter, sealing door frames with weather stripping, and by hanging insulated curtains.

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EXERCISE 9–3 Identifying parallel structure - 4 of 10: Home owners can save energy by setting the thermostat lower in the winter, sealing door frames with weather stripping, and by hanging insulated curtains.

5 of 10

After eating Thanksgiving dinner, my brother and I typically relax by the fireplace and watch old family movies.

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EXERCISE 9–3 Identifying parallel structure - 5 of 10: After eating Thanksgiving dinner, my brother and I typically relax by the fireplace and watch old family movies.

6 of 10

Survivor is Molly’s favorite reality TV show; Dancing with the Stars is her roommate’s favorite.

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EXERCISE 9–3 Identifying parallel structure - 6 of 10: Survivor is Molly’s favorite reality TV show; Dancing with the Stars is her roommate’s favorite.

7 of 10

While some people work well under pressure, I find it better to plan ahead than to wait until the last minute.

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EXERCISE 9–3 Identifying parallel structure - 7 of 10: While some people work well under pressure, I find it better to plan ahead than to wait until the last minute.

8 of 10

Sasha tried to avoid becoming sick this winter by eating well, exercising, managing her stress levels, and she tried to get enough sleep every night.

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EXERCISE 9–3 Identifying parallel structure - 8 of 10: Sasha tried to avoid becoming sick this winter by eating well, exercising, managing her stress levels, and she tried to get enough sleep every night.

9 of 10

An incandescent lightbulb is not as energy-efficient as using a CFL lightbulb.

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EXERCISE 9–3 Identifying parallel structure - 9 of 10: An incandescent lightbulb is not as energy-efficient as using a CFL lightbulb.

10 of 10

Our city recycles plastic, paper, and even takes cardboard boxes.

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EXERCISE 9–3 Identifying parallel structure - 10 of 10: Our city recycles plastic, paper, and even takes cardboard boxes.