Question

Which sentences correctly use parallel structure

1. Bernie not only forgot his one year anniversary with Rachel but also he missed his fathers birthday
2. Stan is a voracious reader, and expressive writer, and a skillful painter
3. He aims to earn a little and spending less than he earns
4. Two distinct processes are involved: the construction of meaning and the organization of ideas

Answer 1

The answer is 2, because they introduce his doings similarly, by using "And" and "A".

Answer 2

The answers are:

2. Stan is a voracious reader, an expressive writer, and a skillful painter.

4. Two distinct processes are involved: the construction of meaning and the organization of ideas.