Question

Which of the following is an example of parallel construction? Select all that apply. I came; I saw; I conquered. "I can hear Uncle Dan’l telling the immortal tales ... ." (Twain) "But, in a larger sense, we cannot dedicate, we cannot consecrate, we cannot hallow this ground." (Lincoln) "We lived in the country, in the middle of an alfalfa field; we had no immediate access to Bobbie Brooks sweaters." (Kingsolver)

Answer 1

Answer:

Two of the following are examples of parallel construction – “I came; I saw; I conquered” and "But, in a larger sense, we cannot dedicate, we cannot consecrate, we cannot hallow this ground." (Lincoln). Here, the correct options are A and C.

Explanation:

The use of parallelism is done to strike a balance within one or more statements comprising of similar phrases or clauses having the same grammatical structure. This kind of parallel construction of sentences makes the reading material simple and easy to read.

Also, the use of this technique gives a rhythm and balance to a statement and the repetition gives the sentence a smoother flow. Here, the sentences above show the use of parallel structure and helps in conveying the meaning in simple terms.

Answer 2

Answer:

Two of the following are examples of parallel construction – “I came; I saw; I conquered” and "But, in a larger sense, we cannot dedicate, we cannot consecrate, we cannot hallow this ground." (Lincoln). Here, the correct options are A and C.

Explanation: