Practice Understanding the Purpose of a Précis - 2.5.1 | Module 2: Unleashing Your Writing Potential - English Language Paper 1 | ICSE Grade 10 English
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2.5.1 - Understanding the Purpose of a Précis

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a précis?

💡 Hint: Think about the main purpose of a précis.

Question 2

Easy

Name one purpose of writing a précis.

💡 Hint: What does a précis help you understand better?

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a précis?

  • To entertain the reader
  • To condense information accurately
  • To write a personal reflection

💡 Hint: Think about summarization techniques.

Question 2

True or False: A précis can include personal opinions if they enhance understanding.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the purpose of summarization.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

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.

Question 2

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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