Question

I don't want to specifically be given the answers flat out but if anyone could explain how to answer the following questions please do! I have forgotten how to do this and I really need help!
Here's the directions:
Rewrite the sentences to make them parallel.

1. The old outboard motor sputtered, was coughing, and finally died.

2. The professor told Marsha that she had two options, to make up the work she missed or dropping the course.

3. Do you like to go for walks or jogging in the park?

4. Every morning on the camping trip, Jane started a fire, fried bacon, and a large pot of coffee was made.​

Answer 1

Answer:

To make a sentence parallel, subject and verb agreement are necessary.

Explanation:

Here are a few suggestions that could be used to make the sentences parallel. These are not the only solutions as there are often several ways to achieve parallelism.

1. The old outboard motor sputtered, coughed, and finally died.
2. The professor told Marsha that she had two options, to make up the work she missed or to drop the course.
3. Do you like going for walks or jogging in the park?
4. Every morning on the camping trip, Jane started a fire, fried bacon, and made a large pot of coffee.