4.3.2 - Rules for Condensation
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Define what a précis is.
💡 Hint: Look for the definition in the glossary.
What should be removed from a précis?
💡 Hint: Think about unnecessary content that doesn't contribute to the main message.
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What is the primary goal of a précis?
💡 Hint: Think about what summarizing aims to achieve.
True or False: A précis can include direct quotes.
💡 Hint: Recall what we've learned about paraphrasing.
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Write a 100-word précis of a given 400-word article without losing the key arguments. Ensure you paraphrase appropriately.
💡 Hint: Focus on capturing the essence while cutting down on excess verbiage.
Critique a poorly written précis, identifying areas where tone and meaning have been altered.
💡 Hint: Look closely at diction and phrasing differences between the précis and the original.
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