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Free CELPIP Writing Practice Test: Task 1 & Task 2
Two full writing prompts — one email (Task 1) and one survey response (Task 2) — each with timing, word count targets, a sample high-scoring answer, and a self-scoring checklist.
Task 1
Write an email
27 minutes · 150–200 words
Task 2
Survey response
26 minutes · 150–200 words
Write an Email — 27 minutes
Prompt
Your neighbour has been playing loud music late at night on weekdays, which has been affecting your sleep and work performance. You have not spoken to the neighbour directly yet. Write an email to your neighbour.
In your email:
- ·Describe the problem and how long it has been happening
- ·Explain how it has been affecting you
- ·Suggest a reasonable solution
Write your response now — set a 27-minute timer before reading further.
Target: 150–200 words · Formal register · Address all 3 bullets
View sample answer (CLB 11)▾
Sample response
Subject: Noise Concern — Late-Night Music
Dear Neighbour,
I hope this message reaches you well. I am writing to raise a concern that I have been hesitant to bring up in person. Over the past two weeks, I have noticed that music from your unit is audible in my apartment quite late in the evening — typically between 11 PM and 1 AM on weeknights.
I work early mornings and rely on a consistent sleep schedule, so the noise has unfortunately been affecting both my rest and my concentration at work. I have found myself exhausted on several occasions and wanted to address the matter before it became a larger issue between us.
I completely understand that evenings are personal time, and I have no wish to be unreasonable. I would simply ask whether it might be possible to keep the volume lower after 10 PM on weeknights. I would be very grateful for your consideration.
Kind regards,
Unit 3C Resident
Why this scores CLB 11
- Content: All 3 bullets addressed in order — duration, impact, proposed solution
- Tone: Appropriately diplomatic without being vague about the request
- Vocabulary: 'audible', 'hesitant', 'concentrate', 'consideration' — varied and precise
- Register: Formal throughout. No contractions. Professional closing.
- Word count: ~180 words — well within range
How Task 1 is scored
Content/Coherence
~40% of scoreDid you address all three bullet points? Is your request, complaint, or message clear? Does the email have a logical flow from opening to closing?
Lexical Range
~30% of scoreDid you use varied, precise vocabulary? Did you avoid repetition? Did you use formal-register phrases appropriate for a professional email?
Language Conventions
~30% of scoreAre there errors in grammar, spelling, or punctuation that affect clarity? Minor errors have little impact; frequent errors that confuse meaning lower this score.
Self-scoring checklist — Task 1
The subject line is specific — not just 'Email' or 'Question'
The salutation is formal: 'Dear [Name/Title],' — not 'Hi' or 'Hello'
Bullet point 1 is addressed in its own paragraph or clearly distinct sentence
Bullet point 2 is addressed
Bullet point 3 is addressed
No bullet point is merely mentioned — each is developed with detail
The closing is formal: 'Sincerely,' / 'Regards,' / 'Best regards,'
Word count is between 150 and 200 words
No contractions (don't → do not, I've → I have)
Register is consistently formal throughout
9–10 checks: strong Task 1. 7–8: minor gaps. Below 7: review the Writing Guide.
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Respond to a Survey — 26 minutes
Prompt
Some people believe companies should allow employees to work from home permanently, while others think employees should be required to come to the office every day. Which option do you think is better? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Write 150–200 words. State a clear position. Support it with reasons and examples.
Write your response now — set a 26-minute timer before reading further.
Target: 150–200 words · State a position in sentence 1 · Give one clear reason with an example
View sample answer (CLB 11)▾
Sample response
I believe companies should offer employees the option to work from home permanently, though with some structure in place to support collaboration. The most compelling reason for this position is the demonstrated impact on productivity and employee wellbeing.
Research conducted since 2020 has consistently shown that many knowledge workers are more productive when working from home, as they avoid the interruptions and commuting time associated with office environments. For example, a colleague of mine who previously spent two hours commuting each day now uses that time for focused morning work, and his output has increased noticeably. His experience is far from unusual.
Furthermore, permanent remote options significantly expand the pool of talent available to employers, allowing organizations to hire skilled individuals regardless of their proximity to a physical office. This benefit alone makes permanent remote work an intelligent policy choice for most modern companies.
In conclusion, allowing permanent remote work is not merely an employee preference — it is a sound business decision supported by measurable outcomes.
Why this scores CLB 11
- Position: Clear stance in sentence 1 — no hedging opener
- Support: Concrete reason (productivity), personal example (colleague), second distinct point (talent pool)
- Vocabulary: 'compelling', 'demonstrated', 'proximity', 'measurable outcomes' — precise and varied
- Conclusion: Reinforces position without just restating it
How Task 2 is scored
Content/Coherence
~40%Did you state a clear position in your opening? Did you support it with a specific reason and example? Is your response unified around one point of view?
Lexical Range
~30%Do you use varied, sophisticated vocabulary? Do you avoid repeating the same words or phrases multiple times within a short response?
Language Conventions
~30%Are your sentences grammatically correct? Are tenses consistent? Are errors minor (and not affecting comprehension) or major (changing meaning or confusing the reader)?
Self-scoring checklist — Task 2
The opening sentence states a clear position (not 'There are advantages and disadvantages')
At least one specific reason supports the position
At least one specific example or evidence is given
The response stays on topic — no unrelated tangents
Word count is between 150 and 200 words
Vocabulary is varied — no key word appears more than twice
The closing sentence reinforces the position
6–7 checks: strong Task 2. 4–5: review the Writing Guide.
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