Which sentence contains parallel structure?

A. As the day slowly dwindled down and people returned home, the town took on an empty feeling.

B. The chirping of birds brought a smile to everyone's faces because the sound meant spring had arrived.

C.

The courage of others can serve as a great inspiration when you are not sure you have it yourself.

D.

In times of difficulty, in times of need, in times of sadness, your true friends will be there.

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Ashly Mckay

English

21 April, 07:14

Which sentence contains parallel structure?

A. As the day slowly dwindled down and people returned home, the town took on an empty feeling.

B. The chirping of birds brought a smile to everyone's faces because the sound meant spring had arrived.

C.

The courage of others can serve as a great inspiration when you are not sure you have it yourself.

D.

In times of difficulty, in times of need, in times of sadness, your true friends will be there.

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Nikolas Randall · Answer 1

D)

Explanation:

Parallel structure is repetition of the same pattern of words or phrases within a sentence or passage to show that two or more ideas have the same level of importance.

correct example: Every morning, we make our bed, eat breakfast and feed the dog.

Incorrect examp; e: Every morning, we make our bed, eating breakfast and feed the dog.