Practice - Defining Précis Writing
Practice Questions
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What is a précis?
💡 Hint: Think about the basic definition of a summary.
List two characteristics of a good précis.
💡 Hint: Consider attributes that make writing effective.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the main purpose of a précis?
💡 Hint: Think about what the main goal of a summary is.
True or False: A good précis is often written in a narrative style.
💡 Hint: Consider the style required in formal summaries.
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Challenge Problems
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Evaluate a given passage of 300 words and write a précis that captures its essence in 90 words or less.
💡 Hint: Use bullet points to identify the key arguments before drafting.
Analyze common errors in a given sample précis and rewrite it correctly, ensuring all elements of a good précis are adhered to.
💡 Hint: Look carefully at how the original meaning can be preserved.
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