Practice Distinction from Other Forms of Text Adaptation - 3.1.2 | Module 3: The Art of Precis Writing & Summary | ICSE Grade 12 English
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define 'precis'.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what makes a precis different from a summary.

Question 2

Easy

What does brevity mean in the context of a precis?

πŸ’‘ Hint: It involves using fewer words effectively.

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Question 1

A precis is often reduced to what fraction of the original text?

  • 1/4
  • 1/3
  • 1/2

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember the emphasized portion of a precis.

Question 2

True or False: A summary must always maintain a strict word count.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about typical summary usage in different contexts.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

You have a dense academic article. How would you approach creating a precis? Outline your steps.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember to note down the main themes before condensing.

Question 2

Analyze a provided summary and identify where it might fail to meet precis criteria. What revisions would enhance its precision?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Pay attention to the clarity and direct quotations within the original message.

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