Parallel Structure
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Subject Area: English Language Arts (B.E.S.T.) | Grade Level: 10
Lesson Length: 30 minutes
Keywords/Tags: Parallel Structure
Lesson Description: Parallel structure, also known as parallelism, is when the grammatical structure of a sentence is repeated. In other words, parallel structure is when the grammatical pattern of words, phrases, or clauses are similar. Parallel structure is important in writing because it enables the writing to flow smoothly, which allows the ideas to be more effectively communicated. In this lesson, students will identify when parallel structure is being used correctly versus when it is being used incorrectly. Furthermore, students will learn to correct faulty use of parallel structure. In this lesson, students will need to know the basic parts of speech so that they can analyze a sentence's parallel structure.

  • Other ELAGSE9-10L1 Demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.rna. Use parallel structure.*
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Video : Parallel Structure
Instructions: Watch this video as many times as you need to ensure that you have an understanding of parallel structure. Further on in the lesson, you will practice with parallel structure.
Description: Get your feet wet with Parallel Structure with this short video!
Quiz : Identifying Parallel Structure
Instructions: Please complete this quiz by choosing the correct answer for each question. You can take this quiz as many times needed.
Question #1
Parallel structure is when the words and phrases in a sentence follow the same patte. 
Question #2
Does the following sentence utilize correct parallel structure? My brother likes to go fishing, roller-skating, and bowling. 
Question #3
Does the following sentence utilize correct parallel structure? Ms. Rebollo likes drinking coffee, eating cookies, and to play Uno. 
Question #4
Does the following sentence utilize correct parallel structure? The teacher was studying science, calculus, and how to play chess. 
Question #5
Does the following sentence utilize correct parallel structure? My cousin is a talented song-writer, singer, and instrumentalist. 
Question #6

What change, if any, should you make to utilize correct parallel structure? 

Patsy spent her day drinking coffee and worked on homework. 

Question #7

What change, if any, should you make to this sentence to improve the parallel structure? 

I run in the house, grabbed my phone, got in my car, and sped off. 

Question #8
The following sentence has an error in parallel structure. How could you correct the sentence so that it has parallel structure? The barista baked cookies, brewed coffee, and was giggling at herself. 
Question #9
The following sentence has an error in parallel structure. How could you correct the sentence so that it has parallel structure? I looked under my bed, in the laundry room, beside the refrigerator, and browsed in my car, but I couldn't find my keys anywhere. 
Question #10
The following sentence has an error in parallel structure. How could you correct the sentence so that it has parallel structure? Roaches that crawl, snakes that slither, and biting spiders are some of my biggest fears. 
Description: The following quiz will assess your ability to do the following: --Identify the portion of a sentence that is parallel --Identify the portion of a sentence that is not parallel --Edit a sentence to improve its parallel structure
Resources : More about Parallel Structure!
Instructions: Visit each link as many times as you'd like to learn more about parallel structure.
Parallel Structure Jingle
This is a brief video that offers information about parallel structure in the form of a catchy song. Enjoy.
More about Parallel Structure
This video offers more information about parallel structure, along with more examples and non-examples. This will serve to remind you of what parallel structure looks like and how to improve it in a given sentence.
Informational Sheet
This link will direct you to an informational sheet that includes numerous examples and explanations of parallel structure. It will remind you of the things to look for as you analyze parallel structure.
Practicing Parallel Structure
This link will direct you to a practice exercise where you can practice identifying and correcting parallel structure.
Description: The following resources include videos and practice items that will improve your understanding of parallel structure.