Practice Part B: Précis Writing (10 Marks) - 4.2 | Module 3: Comprehension and Précis Writing | ICSE Grade 9 English
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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is a précis?

💡 Hint: Think about the definition.

Question 2

Easy

Name one characteristic of a good précis.

💡 Hint: What does it mean to be brief?

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 the purpose of writing a précis?

  • To entertain
  • To summarize
  • To argue

💡 Hint: Think about the definition.

Question 2

True or False: A good précis should include the writer's opinions.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the concept of objectivity.

Solve and get performance evaluation

Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Analyze a 250-word passage and create a 75-word précis that communicates the essential ideas.

💡 Hint: Look for main ideas and key details.

Question 2

Write a précis of a text about climate change while ensuring that you do not include any personal opinions.

💡 Hint: Keep it factual and focused.

Challenge and get performance evaluation