Practice Understanding Precis Writing - 3.1 | Module 3: The Art of Precis Writing & Summary | ICSE Grade 12 English
K12 Students

Academics

AI-Powered learning for Grades 8–12, aligned with major Indian and international curricula.

Academics
Professionals

Professional Courses

Industry-relevant training in Business, Technology, and Design to help professionals and graduates upskill for real-world careers.

Professional Courses
Games

Interactive Games

Fun, engaging games to boost memory, math fluency, typing speed, and English skillsβ€”perfect for learners of all ages.

games

Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

Define precis writing in one sentence.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about its purpose.

Question 2

Easy

What is the primary aim of a precis?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on essential information.

Practice 4 more questions and get performance evaluation

Interactive Quizzes

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

Question 1

What is a precis?

  • A detailed summary
  • Concise restatement of a passage
  • Paraphrase with added opinions

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the characteristics of a precis.

Question 2

True or False: A precis can include personal opinions.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the principles of objectivity.

Solve and get performance evaluation

Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Given a 500-word article, create a precis that captures its main argument and conclusions in exactly 150 words.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on what the article is fundamentally saying.

Question 2

Evaluate the provided precis against its source text. Identify any inaccuracies or deviations.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Use principles of coherence and accuracy as your guide.

Challenge and get performance evaluation