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Parallel Sentence Structure

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Directions: Write out the rule and number (note: do not just list the #). Re-write each sentence to fix all parallelism errors. 

1. An actor knows how to memorize his lines and getting into character.

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2. Tell me where you were, what you were doing, and your reasons for doing it.

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3. Clark's daily exercises include running, swimming, and to lift weights.

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4. To donate money to the homeless shelter is helping people stay warm in the winter.

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5. Jim not only likes working outside, but also getting dirty.

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6. We followed the path through the forest, over the hill, and we went across the river.

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7. Jumping, sprinting, and to throw the javelin are three activities involved in track and field.

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8. Marsha said that she would either go to see a movie or going to the park.

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9. Moe and Hank are planning to carpool to the party, to dance, and attending the after party.

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10. Stephen’s mom complained that he had too many bad habits: he would never clean up his room, brushing his teeth, or vacuuming the house.

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