TG TET Paper 2 - 3_English - Test 59 - Précis Writing

Question 1 ప్రశ్న 1

Which statement best describes the main purpose of a précis?

A To reproduce every detail of the original in fewer paragraphs B To present the essential meaning of the original clearly and concisely C To add the writer's opinion to the original argument D To replace the original with a list of disconnected key words

Question 2 ప్రశ్న 2

Read the passage: “The town library extended its evening hours during examinations. More students then used the reading rooms after school, and many said the extra time helped them study.” Which sentence best states the central idea?

A The library has several reading rooms. B Students prefer studying only after school. C Longer evening library hours helped more students study during examinations. D The town library should remain open all night.

Question 3 ప్రశ్న 3

Which revision best removes unnecessary repetition while preserving the meaning of the sentence “The committee met together in a joint meeting to discuss the proposal”?

A The committee met to discuss the proposal. B The committee jointly met together to discuss the proposal. C The proposal was discussed in a meeting that was a joint meeting. D The committee discussed together jointly the proposal in a meeting.

Question 4 ప్రశ్న 4

A passage explains that regular exercise improves health and then gives five examples of sports people can play. In a brief précis, which information is usually most essential?

A The main idea that regular exercise benefits health B Every sport named in the passage C The exact order in which the sports are listed D A new example of a sport not mentioned in the passage

Question 5 ప్రశ్న 5

Original: “Because the bridge was damaged by heavy rain, buses were diverted to a longer route for three days.” Which précis sentence preserves the meaning most accurately?

A Heavy rain permanently closed the bridge. B Buses chose a scenic route for three days. C Bridge damage from heavy rain caused a three-day bus diversion. D The bridge was repaired before any buses were diverted.

Question 6 ప్రశ్న 6

Which feature most directly helps a précis remain coherent?

A Arranging the retained ideas in a clear logical relationship B Using as many quotations as possible C Keeping minor examples even when they interrupt the main line of thought D Changing the topic whenever a sentence becomes too long

Question 7 ప్రశ్న 7

Passage: “Rainwater harvesting can reduce dependence on external water supplies by collecting and storing rain for later use.” If a title is required for the précis, which title best reflects the central idea?

A A Rainy Afternoon B Why All Water Tanks Are Expensive C Rainwater Harvesting and Water Supply D The History of Weather Forecasting

Question 8 ప్రశ్న 8

Which action should be avoided when writing a faithful précis?

A Combining closely related ideas B Removing repeated information C Adding a personal judgement about whether the author is right D Replacing wordy expressions with concise equivalents

Question 9 ప్రశ్న 9

Original: “The new rule may reduce delays if all departments adopt it consistently.” Which précis version best preserves the degree of certainty in the original?

A The new rule will eliminate delays. B The new rule may reduce delays if departments apply it consistently. C Departments have already eliminated all delays with the new rule. D The new rule cannot reduce delays unless every employee agrees with it.

Question 10 ప్రశ్న 10

Which sentence is the most concise without losing essential meaning?

A At this point in time, the school is currently considering the possibility of introducing a new library period. B The school is considering introducing a new library period. C The school, at the present time right now, is considering a possible new library period that may perhaps be introduced. D It is being considered by the school that there is a possibility that a new library period might possibly be introduced.

Question 11 ప్రశ్న 11

Passage: “The city introduced a bicycle-sharing scheme to reduce short car journeys. The first docking station was painted bright green. After six months, more commuters were using bicycles for short trips.” Which detail is least essential to a brief précis of the passage?

A The city introduced a bicycle-sharing scheme. B The scheme aimed to reduce short car journeys. C The first docking station was painted bright green. D Bicycle use for short trips increased after six months.

Question 12 ప్రశ్న 12

A passage states: “The museum introduced free entry on Sundays. As a result, visitor numbers rose, especially among local families.” Which sentence would distort the meaning if used in a précis?

A Free Sunday entry led to increased museum attendance, particularly among local families. B The museum introduced free admission on Sundays and attracted more visitors. C Sunday admission became free, resulting in higher visitor numbers, especially among local families. D The museum became free every day and therefore attracted only local families.

Question 13 ప్రశ్న 13

When a précis task requires a title, which kind of title is generally most suitable?

A A concise title that reflects the central idea of the passage B A dramatic title based on a minor example C A title introducing the précis writer's personal opinion D A long title attempting to reproduce every detail of the passage

Question 14 ప్రశ్న 14

Original: “Although online meetings save travel time, face-to-face meetings can be more effective for some complex discussions.” Which précis best preserves the contrast?

A Online meetings are always better than face-to-face meetings. B Face-to-face meetings should replace all online meetings. C Online meetings save travel time, but in-person meetings may suit some complex discussions better. D All meetings are equally effective regardless of purpose.

Question 15 ప్రశ్న 15

Which approach best uses one's own words in a précis?

A Paraphrase the essential ideas accurately without changing their meaning. B Replace every word with the first synonym found in a dictionary. C Copy most sentences exactly and delete only punctuation. D Rewrite the passage to express what the précis writer thinks the author should have said.

Question 16 ప్రశ్న 16

A source paragraph repeats in three different sentences that “clean drinking water is essential for public health.” What is the best précis strategy?

A State the idea once clearly if the repetitions add no new meaning. B Repeat the idea three times to match the original structure. C Delete the idea completely because it occurs too often. D Add a fourth version of the idea to emphasise its importance.

Question 17 ప్రశ్న 17

Passage: “The workshop was postponed because the trainer's flight was cancelled. It will now be held next Tuesday.” Which précis best preserves the logical relationship?

A The workshop was cancelled permanently after Tuesday. B The trainer postponed the flight because of the workshop. C Cancellation of the trainer's flight postponed the workshop until next Tuesday. D The workshop and the trainer's flight will both take place next Tuesday.

Question 18 ప్రశ్న 18

A passage argues that public transport reduces traffic congestion and air pollution, then gives detailed examples from three cities. Which précis plan is most appropriate?

A Retain the main claim about congestion and pollution and include city examples only if needed to preserve an essential point. B List all three cities but omit the main claim. C Describe each city in greater detail than the original. D Replace the argument with the writer's preferred transport policy.

Question 19 ప్రశ్న 19

Original: “Most participants completed the course successfully, but a small number withdrew because of work commitments.” Which précis is most accurate?

A Every participant completed the course successfully. B Most participants completed the course, while a few withdrew because of work commitments. C Most participants withdrew from the course because it was too difficult. D A few participants completed the course despite having no work commitments.

Question 20 ప్రశ్న 20

Which final check is most important before accepting a précis as effective?

A Confirm that it is shorter, coherent, focused on essential ideas, and faithful to the source meaning. B Confirm that it contains every example and descriptive detail from the original. C Confirm that it adds the writer's evaluation of the source. D Confirm that its sentences follow the original wording as closely as possible.

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