Which sentence provides an example of parallel structure? 1.The pictures were old and faded, but they were valuable nonetheless.
2.The children played on the playground, had a picnic, and they are eating lunch now.
3.Sewing your own clothes is more economical than to buy them new.
4.Valerie doesn't like horror movies, dramas, or watching game shows.

i think the answer is c

to persuade readers which is answer c

8 ish depending on the what grade

the word that best matches the meaning of the expression "went to the big ocean" is died.

the goldfish died, which is why the father looks at the children mournfully. the "big ocean" is the father's way of saying fish heaven. he could have just said that the goldfish died, but this way, the children imagine the fish in a bigger, better place instead of just picturing a dead fish.

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