Question

In each sentence, select the item that is preventing parallelism.

When leaving, please close the windows, to turn off the lights, and lock the door.
options
close
B
to turn
lock

Answer 1

The problem with parallelism in the sentence is the phrase 'to turn off the lights'; it should be 'turn off the lights' to match the parallel structure of the other listed actions.

Step-by-step explanation:

The item that is preventing parallelism in the provided sentence is B) to turn. For correct parallel structure, the sentence should list the actions in the same format. Hence, modifying 'to turn off the lights' to 'turn off the lights' maintains the parallel structure with 'close the windows' and 'lock the door'. Corrections should also be made to the other sentences provided to ensure parallel structure and proper punctuation for clarity and coherence.