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(We watched the sun rise in the east.) When there are multiple verbs within a clause, they should demonstrate parallel structure by having the same grammar for each verb. ( The sun rises in the east.) Or it can be part of a larger sentence. Rule 2: Parallel structure should be used within a single clause.Ī clause is a subject and predicate.Think “walking and smiling,” not “walking and to smile.” Or think “a cat and a dog,” not “the cat and a dog.” Generally, parallel structure applies to two or more verbs or two or more nouns. Rule 1: Parallel structure requires that verbs or nouns have the same grammar form.Review of Basic Rules for Parallel Structure in Englishīefore we get to the advanced rules in parallel structure, let’s look at the four basic rules I introduced in the last post: This is especially true in upper-level bachelor classes and grad school. Advanced parallel structure is also useful for academic writing at American universities. Understanding the more complicated features of parallel structure can help you on graduate level exams such as the GRE and GMAT. Today, we’ll look at more advanced rules for parallel structure in English. Those basic rules can help you with the TOEFL. In my last post, we looked at an introduction to parallel structure in English. By David Recine on Octo, UPDATED ON December 10, 2020, in English Grammar