Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region III - Central Luzon
Schools Division of Angeles
Claro M Recto ICT High School
Angeles City
 Parallel structure means using
the same pattern of words to show
that two or more ideas have the
same level of importance.
This can be at three levels:
Word
Phrase
Clause
 Words and Phrases

Incorrect:
Mary likes hiking, swimming, and to ride a bicycle.

Correct:
Mary likes hiking, swimming, and riding a bicycle.
 Incorrect:
Angry ants, munched the marshmallows, crumbling
coffeecake, and sipping syrup, headed off across the
countertop.
Correct:
Angry ants, munching marshmallows, crumbling coffeecake,
and sipping syrup, headed off across the countertop.
 Clauses
Parallel structure that begins with clauses must continue
on with clauses
 Examples
Incorrect:
The coach told the players that they should get a lot of sleep,
that they should not eat too much, and to do some warm-up
exercises before the game.
Correct:
The coach told the players that they should get a lot of sleep,
that they should not eat too much, and that they should do
some warm-up exercises before the game.
 Lists after a colon
Incorrect:
The dictionary can be used for these purposes: to find word
meanings, pronunciations, correct spellings, and looking up
irregular verbs.
Correct:
The dictionary can be used for these purposes: to find word
meanings, pronunciations, correct spellings, and irregular
verbs.
 Correct the sentence with
improper parallel structure.

Sabrina has wit, charm, and she has

an extremely pleasant personality.

Sabrina has wit, charm, and a

pleasing personality.
In English class, Tashonda learned to
read poems critically and she
appreciated good prose.

In English class, Tashonda

learned to read poems
critically and appreciate good
prose.
 Coach Espinoza was a brilliant
strategist, a caring mentor, and a
friend.
Coach Espinoza was a brilliant
strategist, a caring mentor,
and wise friend.
 We found the film repulsive,
offensive, and we thought it was
embarrassing.
We found the film repulsive,
offensive and embarrassing.
Mr. Tran kept his store clean, neat,
and he had it conveniently
arranged.
Mr. Tran kept his store clean,
neat and conveniently
arranged.
THANK
YOU!!!