Question

Which of the sentences below uses parallel structure?

In the story, the protagonist faced conflicts, including falling off a boat, he was held captive, and running for his life.
In the story, the protagonist faces conflicts, including a fall off a boat, being held captive, and a life-threatening chase.
In the story, the protagonist faced conflicts, including falling off a boat, being held captive, and running for his life.
None of the above.

Answer 1

The answer is C because 'falling off a boat' ' being held captive' ' running for his life' They sound even don't they? Very rhythmatic. That is what makes a sentence parallel. The sentence should feel like it flows evenly.

Answer 2

The correct answer is "In the story, the protagonist faced conflicts, including falling of a boat, being held captive, and running for his life."

This is correct because all of the verbs are used in the same form, and parallel structure is when the same structure repeats itself.