In this sentence, you have 3 different subjects [reading, conference, and writing] each of these subjects is using the same verb [maketh]. In this case, parallel structure makes the verb apply to all 3 subjects because they are in a sense structured the same way, and it sounds awkward to use the same verb 3 times in a sentence.
A similar example would be to say 'Take two steps to the right, one to the left, and one forward.'
Parallel structure, or parallelism, involves using the same grammatical pattern within a sentence to create rhythm and clarity. For example, in the sentence "She enjoys reading, writing, and hiking," the gerunds (reading, writing, hiking) are parallel in form. This technique enhances readability and emphasizes the relatedness of the ideas presented.
Here are some examples of parallel and non-parallel sentences:I like finding Internet questions, answering Internet questions, and reading the responses. (parallel)When I find an internet questions, I answer them and read the a response. (not parallel).Note how the bold words repeat the same structure as gerunds... (verb, adjective, noun).The second sentence has no similar structure and contains errors.
Here are some examples of parallel and non-parallel sentences:I like finding Internet questions, answering Internet questions, and reading the responses. (parallel)When I find an internet questions, I answer them and read the a response. (not parallel).Note how the bold words repeat the same structure as gerunds... (verb, adjective, noun).The second sentence has no similar structure and contains errors.
Francis Greenwood has written: 'Sentence structure and reading'
"In the morning, I like to run, drink coffee, and reading a book" breaks the rule of parallel structure because "reading" should be changed to "read" to maintain consistency with the other verbs in the list.
Bad parallelism occurs when a list or series of items lacks a consistent grammatical structure. An example would be: "I enjoy reading books, to swim in the pool, and going for walks." Here, the first two items are in different forms (gerund and infinitive), making the sentence unbalanced. It should be revised to: "I enjoy reading books, swimming in the pool, and going for walks" for proper parallel structure.
"She is a paragon of reading." is a sentence, yes. You will notice that it has a subject ("she") and a predicate ("is a paragon of reading")
I am reading.
well, personally, i continue reading if it is used correctly, but if it is used incorrectly i get verrry upset.
Reading improves a child's vocabulary, and (arguably) their ability to see. Also, reading helps children learn about grammar, sentence structure, and the ability to understand what a word would mean without the aid of a dictionary.
It is a gerund in the sentence, "Reading is her favorite pastime." It is a present participle in "'Crime and Punishment' is what she is currently reading ."
I'm at the libary, reading a book.