Multiple choice

Directions: Four parts of the sentences given below have been underlined. Identify the part having an error. If no part has an error, mark (E).

The ballad (A) is characterized by informal diction, by a narrative largely (B) dependent on action and dialogue, by thematic (C) intense, and by (D) stress on repetition. (E) No error

  1. (A)

  2. (B)

  3. (C)

  4. (D)

  5. (E)
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Parallel structure requires consistent grammatical forms after each by. The pattern is by [noun phrase]: informal diction (noun phrase), narrative dependent on (noun phrase), but thematic intense (adjective+adjective) breaks this. It should be thematic intensity (noun phrase).

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