Question

syntax: parallelism

parallelism

• in math, parallel lines are two lines that mirror one another.
• in english, parallel structure is...
• the repetition of words and phrases
• mirroring concepts in a sentence or paragraph
• mirroring grammar in a sentence or paragraph

which of the following is an example of parallel structure?

• no rest for the wicked.
• nothing ventured, nothing gained.
• no man is an island.

Explanation:

Define parallel structure

Parallel structure involves using the same grammatical pattern for two or more coordinate clauses, phrases, or words to show they have equal importance.

Analyze the options

• "No rest for the wicked": A single prepositional phrase modifying a noun; no coordinate structures.
• "Nothing ventured, nothing gained": Two independent clauses with identical grammatical structure (Noun/Pronoun + Past Participle), mirroring each other perfectly.
• "No man is an island": A single independent clause; no coordinate structures.

Select the correct option

"Nothing ventured, nothing gained" is the only option that uses grammatical repetition and mirroring.

Answer:

• (A) No rest for the wicked.
• (B) Nothing ventured, nothing gained. (Correct answer)
• (C) No man is an island.