2.5.1 - Understanding the Purpose of a Précis
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Practice Questions
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What is a précis?
💡 Hint: Think about the main purpose of a précis.
Name one purpose of writing a précis.
💡 Hint: What does a précis help you understand better?
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What is the primary purpose of a précis?
💡 Hint: Think about summarization techniques.
True or False: A précis can include personal opinions if they enhance understanding.
💡 Hint: Consider the purpose of summarization.
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Using a passage provided in class, write a one-paragraph précis summarizing the core arguments.
💡 Hint: Remember, aim for one-third the original length highlighting clarity and essence.
Analyze a poorly written précis and identify three mistakes made in it.
💡 Hint: Think about the criteria for a good précis we've discussed.
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