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ACTIVITY SHEET #8: Parallel Structure - Clause

GEAR UP
MELC: Use parallel structures (word level)

After the learners have finished answering this activity sheet, they will be able to:
1. distinguish clauses used to construct parallelism in sentences;
2. identify the correct parallel structure in a series of clauses;
3. construct sentences using correct parallelism.

ENGAGE
PARALLEL STRUCTURE – CLAUSE
Clauses can also be used to make parallel structures. In this case, remember that you must use full clause
structure (subject + verb + objects) and that the subjects of BOTH clauses will be the same. This causes the
verb conjugation to remain the same in both clauses.
There mainly two types of clauses:
1. Independent Clause – a group of words with a subject and verb.
Example: “We make a living by what we get; we make a life by what we give.” — Winston Churchill
* Please note that to have a parallel structure in two clauses, both should be constructed in the same way.

2. Dependent Clause – a group of words that cannot stand by itself.

Kinds of Dependent Clause:
A. Noun Clause – The noun clause is a clause that functions like a noun in the sentence. Remember that
a noun names a person, place, thing, or idea. Nouns can function as subjects, direct objects, indirect
objects, object of the preposition, and predicate nominatives.
Example: She said that she was having fun but not that she was meeting people.
B. Adjective Clause – An adjective clause, also known as a relative clause, is a type of dependent clause
that works to describe a noun in a sentence. It functions as an adjective even though it is made up of a
group of words instead of just one word. In the case of an adjective clause, all the words work together to
modify the noun or pronoun. The structure of Noun Clause can be:
- relative pronoun (who, that, which, whom, whose) + subject + verb
- relative pronoun (who, that, which, whom, whose) + verb
Example: She is a woman who is intelligent and, at the same time, who seems distracted.
C. Adverbial Clause – An adverb clause is a group of words that function as an adverb in a sentence. The
clause can modify or describe verbs, adverbs, and adjectives. In general, adverb clauses add information
that elaborates on when, where, why, how, how much or under what condition the action in the sentence
takes place.
Example: As he didn't understand and because he refused to try, they let him go.

Correcting Faulty Parallelism

Non- Parallel Structure Corrected Sentences
independent clause independent clause but different construction
independent clause independent clause
Alas, art is long, and life does not last long.
Alas, art is long, and life is short.
adverbial clause
Many people maintain a healthy diet because they all adverbial clauses
adverbial clause Many people maintain a healthy diet because they
want to look healthy, because it increases their want to look healthy, because it increases their
independent clause energy, and because they want to live longer.
energy, and they want to live longer.
adjective clause independent clause both adjective clause
The tennis star whom I have met, and last night The tennis star whom I have met and whom you
you saw her, will come for a visit. saw last night will come for a visit.

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TEST
Directions: Underline the parallel clauses in each sentence. On the blank, write the kind of clause used.
Ex. noun clause 0. Some experts feel that our population is too large but that it will diminish.
_______________ 1. She succeeded because she tried new ideas and because she was not easily ignored.
_______________ 2. Do not feel sad over someone who gave up on you, and who never felt sorry for you.
_______________ 3. Find the person who will love you, who will protect you and who will never hurt you.
_______________ 4. “Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country.” —John
F. Kennedy
_______________ 5. What you see is what you get.

REINFORCE
Exercise 1: Choose the word that would best complete the sentence to show parallel structure using
clauses. Write the letter of the answer on the blank.
1. Jen and Joe bang on Bong's door when they need heavy furniture moved, after they have clogged the
garbage disposal, and __________.
A. having discovered a spider in the bathtub
B. upon the discovery of a spider in the bathtub
C. if they find a spider in the bathtub
2. Neither __________ nor the ineffective air conditioner rattling in the window will deter Regine from loving
the freedom of her first apartment.
A. when the inconsiderate neighbors played loud music
B. the inconsiderate neighbors playing loud music
C. playing loud music by the inconsiderate neighbors
3. Jane saw very little of the horror movie, for she shut her eyes __________, when she heard the monster's
footsteps in the dead leaves, and when characters started screaming.
A. when the violins began to play B. while listening to the violins play C. during the violin music
4. I do not know where he went or ______________.
A. when he will be back B. to be back C. will be back
5. My dog is not only friendly but ___________.
A. being playful B. he is also playful C. playful

Exercise 2: Identify whether the sentence shows parallelism or not. Put ✔ if they are parallel and X if
they are not. Cross out the clause that is NOT parallel with the rest of the sentence. Write the correct
form clause to make the sentence parallel.
Ex.  0. What counts is not how you look but your behavior.
how you behave

_____1. The woman who lives across the street and working in that big company is my mother.
_________________________________________________________________________________

_____ 2. I will eat before leaving and before I visit you.

_________________________________________________________________________________

_____ 3. Dad told me that I should study a lot, that I should not eat fast food, and to maintain a strict routine
before the exam.
_________________________________________________________________________________

_____ 4. I do not care who it is or the product he is selling, I just hang up!
_________________________________________________________________________________

_____ 5. We put new batteries in the toy, yet it was not working.
_________________________________________________________________________________
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INTEGRATE
Directions: Complete the sentences by adding another clause as indicated in the parenthesis. Write
your answers on the blank.
Example: (Adverb Clause) If you have completed all the assignments, and if you have reviewed your notes well, you will do well on the test.
1. Independent Clause
I listened to music and ________________________________________________________________.

2. Noun Clause
What you plant is ____________________________________________________________________.
3. Adjective Clause
The place where I want to go and ________________________________________________ is Batanes .

4. Adverb Clause
They left the room after the class ended and ______________________________________________.

5. Noun Clause
I do not understand why he is crying or ___________________________________________________.

ASSESS
Directions: Read each question carefully. Write the letter of your answer on the blank.
______ 1. What does parallel structure show?
a. the relationship of word, phrases, and clauses in a sentence
b. the correct tense used by the verbs in a sentence
c. placement of equal ideas in words, phrases, or clauses
d. the arrangement of adjectives in a series
______ 2. Where is parallel structure used?
a. in a series of words c. clauses with a sentence
b. phrases within a sentence d. in all three
______ 3. What signal words often gives you clues to check the items they connect for parallelism?
a. and, but, or c. he, she, it
b. first, second, third d. all three
a. and b. also c. but d. besides
______ 4. In the sentence, “Planning, drafting, and revising are three steps in the writing process.”, what do
you call the words that show parallelism?
a. adjectives b. adverbs c. gerunds d. verbs
______ 5. What composes the parallel structure in the sentence, “The presents were hidden behind the
curtains, inside the drawer and beneath the pillow.”?
a. word b. phrase c. clause d. sentence

For numbers 6 to 10, choose the sentence that shows correct parallel structure. Write the letter of your
answer on the blank.
______ 6. A. He liked their courage, stamina, and their style.
B. He liked their courage, their stamina, and their style.

______ 7. A. The schools in the rural area are smaller than the schools in the city.
B. The schools in the rural area are smaller than the city.

______ 8. A. The school chose to postpone the distribution of modules rather than to risk everyone’s safety.
B. The school chose to postpone the distribution of modules rather than risking everyone’s safety.

______ 9. A. Kate prepared the speech on the plane, and it was delivered by her at the conference.
B. Kate prepared the speech on the plane and delivered it at the conference.

______ 10. A. This book contains poems which are romantic, soothing, and can be enjoyed.
B. This book contains poems which are romantic, soothing, and enjoyable.
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SHARPEN
Directions: Compose a 5 – 6 sentence reflection on the importance of parallelism in constructing
sentences and essay. Your reflection should use examples of parallel structures composed of words,
phrases, and sentences. Write your answers below.
Ex. It is important to know parallelism because we can use it when we write essays and because it makes our writing more interesting.

RUBRIC:
CRITERIA Standard Points Score

The reflection contains parallel structures composed of words, phrases, and sentences. 5
CONTENT
The parallel structure was correctly constructed and cited the importance of learning it. 5
CONVENTIONS Sentence were written correctly with little to no error in spelling, grammar, punctuations, and capitalization 5
EFFORTS All answers were written legibly with little to no erasures. Learner’s efforts to complete the task is very evident. 5

References:
Noun Phrase: Definition, Components and Examples of Noun Phrases. Retrieved January 20,2021, from https://7esl.com/noun-phrase/.
Adverbial Phrase (Adverb Phrase) Definition, Usage and Examples. Retrieved January 20,2021, from https://7esl.com/adverbial-phrase/.
Adjective Phrase Definition and Useful Examples. Retrieved January 20,2021, from https://7esl.com/adjective-phrase/.
Parallelism in Writing for English Learners. ThoughtCo. Retrieved, January 20,2021, from https://www.thoughtco.com/parallelism-parallel-structure-1212405.
What is a Gerund Phrase. Grammarly blog. Retrieved January 20,2021, from https://www.grammarly.com/blog/gerund-phrase/#:~:text=A%20gerund%20phrase%20is%20a,object%2C%20or%20a%20predicate%20nominative
Parallel Sentence Structures. (2020). Retrieved from https://www.cliffsnotes.com/study-guides/grammar/common-sentence-errors/parallel-sentence-structures

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