Which word(s) will correct the parallelism problem in the sentence below?
Drake and the other privateers wanted not only to make Queen Elizabeth rich but ___________
themselves.
A) to become rich
B) were rich
C) would be rich

Question

Which word(s) will correct the parallelism problem in the sentence below?
Drake and the other privateers wanted not only to make Queen Elizabeth rich but ___________
 themselves.
A) to become rich
B) were rich
C) would be rich

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The correct choice is "to become rich" because it maintains parallel structure with the phrase "to make Queen Elizabeth rich," ensuring both actions are expressed in the infinitive form.

Which Word(s) Will Correct the Parallelism Problem in the Sentence