Sometimes people mix metaphors, especially people who use clichés. Find

the mixed metaphor in the group below.

A. He's a chip off the old block, and it has been said that the apple

doesn't fall far from the tree.

B. When listening to friends, keep your ears open your eyes peeled,

and never let down your guard.

C. It's important on this mission that we prepare for a battle with

unseen forces and expect them to come at us like a train off

course.

D. All of the above

Parallel structure practice instructions: if the sentence below does not have a parallel structure, retype it in a different color using parallel structure. if the sentence does have a parallel structure, type “correct” in a different color. 1. jumping, sprinting, and throwing the javelin are three activities involved in track and field. 2. marsha said that she would either go to see a movie or go to the park. correct. 3. moe and hank are planning to carpool to the party, to dance, and attending the after party. 4. bob had an active life: he swam twenty laps, ran five miles, and lifted weights every day. 5. to walk in another man’s shoes is knowing him. 6. to teach is to inspire young minds. 7. stephen’s mom complained that he had too many bad habits: he would never clean up his room, brush his teeth, or vacuuming the house. 8. justin likes swimming, hiking, and to go to concerts. 9. new orleans is famous for its food, jazz, and bourbon street. 10. cafe du monde is famous for its beignets, the coffee, and its cafe au lait.

Stress generally occurs when someone? a. becomes overconfident b. disregards others c. feels overwhelmed

In the sentence above, which verb is the irregular verb? a. laid b. warmed c. removed d. walked