When converting a passage into a précis, which change is generally appropriate?
Correct answer: C. Changing direct speech into reported speech
- A. Adding examples to clarify every point
- B. Changing facts into the writer's opinions
- C. Changing direct speech into reported speech
- D. Removing the relationship between causes and effects
Explanation
Direct speech can usually be converted into reported speech to save space and maintain a consistent style. Adding opinions or removing logical relationships damages accuracy.
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Summarising and précis writing reduce a passage to its essential ideas while preserving its meaning, sequence and tone. The work involves separating main points from examples, removing repetition and decoration, using concise original wording, maintaining grammatical unity and avoiding personal comments, distortion or unnecessary detail.
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