Precis Writing
English Language
Precis Writing starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
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Explain why it is important to maintain the original meaning while writing a precis.
Explain why precis writing is an important skill for students.
In precis writing, what is meant by 'elimination of superfluous matter'?
List two things you should do before you start writing a precis.
What is a precis?
What is the difference between a precis and a paraphrase?
What is the first step in writing a precis?
What is the ideal length of a precis if the original passage is 300 words?
Which of the following best describes the tone of a precis?
(1) Emotional
(2) Objective
(3) Humorous
(4) Persuasive
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of precis writing?
(1) Improves comprehension
(2) Enhances summarizing skills
(3) Encourages copying
(4) Develops clarity of thought
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good precis?
(1) Clarity
(2) Brevity
(3) Redundancy
(4) Accuracy
Which of the following is NOT a feature of a good precis?
(1) Brevity
(2) Clarity
(3) Personal opinions
(4) Completeness
A precis should be written in the ______ person.
Fill in the blank: A precis should be ______ and not ambiguous.
Fill in the blank: A precis should be ______ and not verbose.
Fill in the blank: A precis should be ______ and to the point.
True or False: A precis can be longer than the original passage.
True or False: A precis should be written in a formal style.
True or False: A precis should be written in a logical order.
True or False: A precis should be written in a narrative style.
