Precis Writing
English Language
Precis Writing starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
QuestionsToday has an evolving set of questions to continuously challenge students so that their knowledge grows in Precis Writing.
How you perform is determined by your score and the time you take.
When you play a quiz, your answers are evaluated in concept instead of actual words and definitions used.
See sample questions for grade 12
Context: Read the following passage and answer the question.
"The invention of the printing press revolutionized the spread of information. Before its invention, books were copied by hand, making them rare and expensive. The printing press made books more accessible, leading to increased literacy and the spread of new ideas."
What is the main idea of the passage?
Describe the importance of logical order in a precis.
Describe the importance of omitting unnecessary details in a precis.
Describe the role of coherence in a precis.
Explain the difference between a summary and a precis.
Explain why a precis should not include examples from the original passage.
Explain why editing is an important step in precis writing.
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.
List two qualities of a good precis.
State one reason why a precis should not include your own interpretation or comments.
State one reason why direct quotations are generally avoided in a precis.
State one reason why repetition should be avoided in a precis.
State one reason why the use of simple language is important in a precis.
What is a precis?
Context: A passage discusses the environmental, economic, and social impacts of urbanization in developing countries. When writing a precis, how would you ensure balanced representation of all three aspects?
Context: Read the following passage and answer the question.
"In recent years, the rapid advancement of technology has transformed the way people communicate. Social media platforms, instant messaging, and video calls have made it possible to connect with others across the globe in real time. However, this convenience has also led to concerns about privacy, misinformation, and the decline of face-to-face interactions."
Write a precis of the above passage in not more than one-third of its length, ensuring you retain the main ideas and tone.
Context: You are given a passage that contains technical jargon and complex sentence structures. What strategies should you employ to ensure your precis is clear and accessible to a general audience?
Describe a method to verify that your precis accurately reflects the original passage without including personal bias or interpretation.
Explain how the use of transition words can enhance the coherence of a precis.
