Precis Writing
English Language
Precis Writing starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the process of writing a precis in three steps.
Explain why it is important to maintain the tone of the original passage in a precis.
Explain why it is important to use your own words in a precis.
Explain why precis writing is an important skill for students.
List two things you should do before starting to write a precis.
What is a precis?
What is the difference between a precis and a paraphrase?
What is the ideal structure of a precis?
What is the main objective of precis writing?
What is the role of coherence in precis writing?
What should you do after writing a precis?
What should you do if you do not understand a word or phrase in the passage while writing a precis?
Why is it important to avoid personal comments in a precis?
Why should you avoid using direct quotations in a precis?
