![SERIES OF VERB PHRASES
Exercising can give you more
energy, improve your appearance,
and people who exercise often live
longer.
Exercising can give you more
energy, improve your appearance,
and increase your lifespan. [parallel -
series of verb phrases]](https://image.slidesharecdn.com/parallelism-230424105013-9322b9ca/85/Parallelism-Coherence-and-Cohesion-14-320.jpg)
![SERIES OF ADJECTIVES
The speech was clear, funny, and it
taught the audience a lot. [not
parallel or concise]
The speech was clear, funny,
and educational. [parallel - series of
adjectives]](https://image.slidesharecdn.com/parallelism-230424105013-9322b9ca/85/Parallelism-Coherence-and-Cohesion-15-320.jpg)
Parallelism ( Coherence and Cohesion)
- 2. OBJECTIVES: A. Define Parallelism B. Emphasize the essential of parallel structure C. Apply parallelism in sentences.
- 3. SYMMETRICAL
- 4. What is SYMMETRICAL? ADJECTIVE- well proportioned as a body or a whole MATH- noting a square matrix that is equal to its transpose CHEMISTRY-structure that exhibits a
- 6. What does SYMMETRICAL have to do with READING AND WRITING? Crafting a well-written text is similar to creating a well-balanced architectural structure or displaying symmetry in a piece of art.
- 8. Which of the two sentences sounds more pleasing to the ears? Why do you think so? “Margaret is honest, has integrity, intelligence, and she's funny." "Margaret has honesty, integrity, intelligence, and humor."
- 10. Parallel structure in writing is simply using similar elements to create a balanced list, clause, phrase, or sentence. Whenever you include a list of actions or items, you must use equal grammatical units. If the first item is a noun, then the following items must also be nouns; if the first action is a simple past tense verb, then make the other items simple past tense verbs as well.
- 12. Which do you think has a parallel structure? "The new principal promised longer lunch periods, enhanced technology access, and extended library hours for all students." "The new principal promised to give all students longer lunch periods, allow students better access to technology resources, and keep the library open later."
- 13. When you list actions, you must use parallel structure. Here, laughed, hummed, and shook are all simple past tense verbs, making the list parallel. "Maeve laughed, hummed, and shook the handle as she prepared the old- fashioned stovetop popcorn."
- 14. SERIES OF VERB PHRASES Exercising can give you more energy, improve your appearance, and people who exercise often live longer. Exercising can give you more energy, improve your appearance, and increase your lifespan. [parallel - series of verb phrases]
- 15. SERIES OF ADJECTIVES The speech was clear, funny, and it taught the audience a lot. [not parallel or concise] The speech was clear, funny, and educational. [parallel - series of adjectives]
- 16. What is then the importance of parallelism in writing a text? Parallelism fosters reading comprehension because it enables readers to chunk information, elements of a sentence (e.g., words, phrases, sentences) as coequal and related. Parallelism enables writers to add symmetry, effectiveness, and balance to their texts. It makes the sentence concise, clear, and easy to read.
- 17. EXERCISE: Improve the sentences below by applying parallel structure. 1. I dislike cleaning and to cook. 2. I searched in my bag, on the table, and I checked under the sofa. 3. Surfing, skateboarding, and to snowboard require a good balance. 4. He was both angry and he was also shocked. 5. She wants to get a job, make some money, and she’d like to buy a car. 6. A good employee should be reliable, work hard, and respectful. 7. She learned the value of patience, being committed, and loyalty. 8. They visited the zoo, they ate at restaurants, and stayed in a nice hotel. 9. His story was neither confusing nor bored. 10.I was asked for my name, address, and how old I was.
- 18. PERSISTENT AND CONSISTENT Persistent is carrying on a task even in spite of difficulties. Consistent, on the other hand, is regular and unchanging. Therefore, being persistent as well as consistent with one's goals will help in overcoming the obstacles one faces in life
- 19. QUIZ: Decide whether the sentence has parallel structure or not. If NOT, rewrite to make it parallel. 1. She decided to leave her job and travelling the world. 2. He started the engine, released the hand break, and checked the mirror 3. Some people think that being successful is the same thing as to have money. 4. Did you decide not to come because you are tired or are you feeling sick? 5. She was disappointed by not only his clothes but also his mannerisms. 6. She wants neither the red one nor the yellow one 7. When I wake up I like either walking the dog or to go for a jog. 8. I would describe her as intelligent, caring, and thoughtful. 9. He suggested that we go for a meal then we should see a film. 10.Spain is a place where you can eat cheap food and soak up the sun.
- 20. Write at least 5 sentences with parallel adjectives and 5 sentences with parallel verb phrase.