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Keep it short & simple. Type complete word. Avoid abusive language.
While writing a precis text, the following are not applicable
- Use of jargons and abbreviations
- Use of own opinion or criticism
- Statements in question format
What are the important guidelines for precise writing?
A good precise writing should follow the below guidelines to avoid errors:
- The sentence must be short and clear
- Use easy words which are easy to understand
- It should be written in own words
- It must be 1/3rd of the original text
Generally a precise writing in written in present tense only if the event has not ended. Also, precise must be written in reported or indirect speech i.e., in third person (he, she, it, they).

The precise writing helps in providing text briefly and as clear as possible. The important ideas are provided and the irrelevant information are cut down. Precise text provides the central ideas and saves time from reading long texts.
Precis writing is summarizing the text in brief by keeping the key details intact without any personal ideas or jargons. While writing precisely, certain rules must be followed to cover only important aspect in the text.
Are Blue Prism courses available in multiple languages?
Yes, Blue Prism offers courses in several languages, including English, Spanish, French, and more. This ensures accessibility for a global audience.
What are the English language requirements at Saskatchewan Polytechnic?
The English language test scores required at the Saskatchewan Polytechnic are for the international studnets whose first language is not English. The exams accepted at SIAST are mentioned in the table below with the minimum scores.
Exams | Minimum Scores |
|---|---|
TOEFL iBT | 81 with a minimum score of 19 in each section. |
PTE | 63 with minimum scores of 50. |
IELTS | 6.5 with a minimum score of 5.0 in each band |
Duolingo | 105 |
Is English Mandatory in CUET to pursue B.Sc Hons. in Geology at BHU?
Based on the information available, English is NOT explicitly mandatory in the CUET to pursue a B.Sc (Hons.) in Geology at Banaras Hindu University (BHU).
Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for the B.Sc (Hons.) Geology programme at BHU, you need to have passed the 10+2 or equivalent examinati
What percentage of marks I have got if I had graduated in BA English Honours in the year 2007 with fourth division at DU?
If you are falling under fourth division at DU, you will get a percentage of 40%.
The percentage of marks = marks obtained/total marks*100
What are the subjects offered under the BA course English at KUK?
Kurukshetra University offers a BA course in English. The course curriculum includes subjects in the field of English literature. Some of the subjects included in the curriculum are as follows:
English Literature 4
Twentieth Century Indian Writing
Concurrent – Qualifying Language
English Literatur