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CELPIP Reading Part 1: Reading Correspondence

CELPIP Reading Part 1 Practice Test: A club member inquiring about a photography contest

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A free Reading Part 1 practice test in the CELPIP format: 11 questions with the answer key. Choose your answers, then check them at the bottom of the page.

Questions
11
Time
about 11 minutes
Question style
Multiple choice and drop-down completion

Hello PhotoSnap Club,

I saw your announcement about the upcoming photography contest, and I’m keen to join. The theme is “urban life,” right? I’d like to know what kind of photos you’re looking for—do you prefer black-and-white or color? Also, is there a limit on how many entries I can submit?

I’m fairly new to the club, so I’m wondering if there’s a fee to participate or if it’s covered by membership. Another thing: will the winners be announced at the next meeting, or is there a separate event? I’d love to plan ahead.

Thanks for putting this together—it’s a great chance to share my work.

Cheers,

Arjun

  1. Arjun is writing to…

  2. The contest theme is focused on…

  3. Arjun wants to know about photo preferences to…

  4. Why does Arjun ask about a fee?

  5. The question about winners relates to…

  6. Arjun sees the contest as…

Here is a response to the message. Complete the response by filling in the blanks. Select the best choice for each blank.

Hi Arjun,

Great to hear you’re excited about the contest. Yes, it’s “urban life,” and are welcome, with a limit of three entries. There’s no fee since covers it. Winners will be revealed at our next meeting, which your planning. I’ll share submission guidelines soon, and if you need clarity. We can’t wait to see your photos. Drop a line with ideas.

Regards,

PhotoSnap Club

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Answer key

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  1. Arjun is writing to… C. ask about a contest
  2. The contest theme is focused on… C. urban life
  3. Arjun wants to know about photo preferences to… C. match expectations
  4. Why does Arjun ask about a fee? C. He’s a new member
  5. The question about winners relates to… C. announcement plans
  6. Arjun sees the contest as… C. a chance to share
  7. C. both styles
  8. C. membership
  9. C. suits
  10. D. ask me
  11. D. if you’ve got

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