EXERCISE 27.1

Complete the following sentences, using parallel words or phrases in each case. Example:

The wise politician promises the possible, faces the unavoidable, and accepts the inevitable.

  1. Before buying a used car, you should _____, _____, and _____.

    Before buying a used car, you should note the mileage, take it for a test drive, and get it checked by a mechanic.
  2. Three activities I’d like to try are _____, _____, and _____.

    Three activities I’d like to try are mountain biking, cross-country skiing, and kayaking.
  3. Working in a restaurant taught me not only _____ but also _____.

    Working in a restaurant taught me not only the importance of service but also the art of small talk.
  4. We must either _____ or _____.

    We must either walk quickly or drive slowly.
  5. To pass the time in the waiting room, I _____, _____, and _____.

    To pass the time in the waiting room, I read four magazines, texted all my friends, and stared at the clock.