Identifying 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.

For help with this exercise, see Parallelism.

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undefined. The hula hoop is not only a fun toy but also can be a great tool for exercise.
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undefined. Blueberries, chocolate, and green tea are high in antioxidants, which may help fight heart disease.
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undefined. 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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undefined. 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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undefined. After eating Thanksgiving dinner, my brother and I typically relax by the fireplace and watch old family movies.
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undefined. Survivor is Molly’s favorite reality TV show; Dancing with the Stars is her roommate’s favorite.
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undefined. 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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undefined. 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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undefined. An incandescent lightbulb is not as energy-efficient as using a CFL lightbulb.
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undefined. Our city recycles plastic, paper, and even takes cardboard boxes.
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