Precis Writing
English Language
Precis Writing starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the process of writing a precis in three steps.
Explain why it is important to maintain the tone of the original passage in a precis.
Explain why it is important to use your own words in a precis.
Explain why precis writing is an important skill for students.
List two things you should do before starting to write a precis.
What is a precis?
What is the difference between a precis and a paraphrase?
What is the ideal structure of a precis?
Which of the following is a key element of a precis?
(1) Lengthy explanations
(2) Main idea
(3) Personal anecdotes
(4) Repetition
Which of the following is essential for a good precis?
(1) Lengthy sentences
(2) Clarity
(3) Personal opinions
(4) Repetition
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of precis writing?
(1) Improves comprehension
(2) Encourages verbosity
(3) Enhances summarizing skills
(4) Develops clarity of thought
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good precis?
(1) Brevity
(2) Clarity
(3) Personal opinions
(4) Completeness
Fill in the blank: A precis should be ______ and to the point.
Fill in the blank: A precis should be ______, accurate, and clear.
Fill in the blank: A precis should be written in ______ language, avoiding flowery expressions.
Fill in the blank: A precis should be written in ______ tense unless the context demands otherwise.
True or False: A precis can be longer than the original passage if necessary.
True or False: A precis should always be written in the past tense.
True or False: A precis should be as detailed as the original passage.
True or False: A precis should be objective and free from bias.
