Parallel Thesis Statements:
Parallel structure means that all items in a complex list begin with the same part of
speech. Eg: all verbs or nouns, not 2 verbs and 1 noun.
On a separate piece of paper, fix the following five thesis statements so that they become
parallel.
1.
Graduating from high school is important because it prepares you for the real
world, proves your capability and graduates get better jobs.
(verbs at beginning of phrases)
Correction: Graduating from high school is important because it prepares you for the
real world, proves your capability and increases your chances of getting a better job.
*make sure all verbs are in the same tense eg: all present, all past or all future
2. The fair is an exciting place to visit because of the rides, food and it is fun.
(nouns)
Correction: The fair is an exciting place to visit because of the rides, food and fun.
* All the underlined words are nouns.
3.
Bike riding is an excellent source of exercise because it is easy to do, exciting
and healthy. (adjectives)
Correction: Bike riding is an excellent source of exercise because it is easy, exciting
and healthy.
* All the underlined words are adjectives.
4.
Jiffy Motors is the best repair shop because your car will be fixed quickly,
efficiently and in a dependable manner.
(adverbs)
5.
The Alaskan Nature Reserve should be preserved because of its unique wildlife,
its intoxicating beauty and its campsites.
(phrase)