3. What is Précis Writing
A Précis is a summary.
A Précis is the shortened form of a passage .It is a miniature
replication of the original passage.
Précis writing is a process of condensing a passage to its main
points.
It expresses the theme of the passage as briefly as possible.
A Précis must briefly cover all the ideas stated in a passage.
4. It is useful in grasping the ideas of a passage, extract,
chapter or book.
It aids concentration when reading a passage that has to
be summarized.
It improves writing skills and teaches the quality of
expressing much in few words.
5. Purpose of Précis
Main Purpose of Précis is a
Brief summary of the essential thought of a
longer composition
Eliminate the irrelative data in paragraph
Reduce the length of paragraph
Briefly cover all the ideas stated in a passage
6. Characteristics of Précis
Leaves out details, illustrations, and subordinate
ideas
Is shorter than the original passage by about two
thirds;
Is an accurate reflection of the facts and opinions in
the original passage;
Is written in standard English using full sentences
and paragraphs (where necessary)
9. What are the Rules Of Precis
Some rules of writing a good precis are as
follows:
Careful Reading:
The reader should read the original paragraph
carefully.
Understanding Main Points:
The reader should underline all the important
ideas or key sentences in the passage.
10. What are the Rules Of Precis
Make A Rough Draft:
Write all these important ideas in a sequence it will Become the
rough draft of your precis.
Order Can Be Change:
The order of the main idea can be changed.
One Paragraph:
The precis is written in shape of paragraph, not in loose sentences.
11. What are the Rules Of Precis
Length Of Paragraph:
The precis is written 1/3 of the original paragraph.
Final Draft:
At the end the writer should re-read and check if
there is anything missing.
Other Rules
12. CONCLUSION:
A precis is the summary of something main points. The motive of
writing a precis is to make the reader to understand the main essence
of the paragraph in a shorter form. The writer of the precis should
follow the procedure and rules of the precis so that he will be able to
write a good precis.
