Question

In which sentences is parallel structure used?

(Select all that apply.)

While making a necklace for her daughter, Sharon strung sparkly beads, added heart charms, and attached a silver clasp.

On Esperanza’s 16th birthday, many people bought her presents, including checks to deposit into her now-thriving college fund.

Because Chaya enjoys working with young children, she would rather fulfill her student teaching hours at an elementary school than at a high school.

When Kelly travels to Asia next month, she will bring a stash of American candy bars, just in case she can’t purchase them in their local stores.

Answer 1

Option A is the correct answer.

Step-by-step explanation:

A parallel structure is described as a statement or idea that uses the same pattern of words when expressed. It means that all the ideas are equally important. In this case, option A has four statements. First one is used to provide context. The other three use past tense (strung, added, attached, actions made by Sharon) to indicate that everything was part of the same process and had the same level of importance.

Answer 2

Parallel structure is used in the following examples:

C) Because Chaya enjoys working with young children, she would rather fulfill her student teaching hours at an elementary school than at a high school.

D) When Kelly travels to Asia next month, she will bring a stash of American candy bars, just in case she can’t purchase them in their local stores.