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CELPIP Reading Part 1: Reading Correspondence

CELPIP Reading Part 1 Practice Test: Reminder About Upcoming Volunteer Orientation

By Iris

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

Dear Volunteers,

We are excited to remind you of our upcoming volunteer orientation on Saturday, May 5, at the Community Center. This session, from 9 AM to 12 PM, will equip you with the skills and knowledge to support our literacy outreach programs. You’ll learn about tutoring techniques, program logistics, and our mission to empower underserved communities. Experienced volunteers will share insights, and we’ll conclude with a Q&A session. Attendance is crucial to ensure you’re prepared for your roles. Light refreshments will be provided.

Please confirm your attendance by Thursday. Could you share any specific skills you’d like to contribute? How might we tailor the orientation to address your expectations?

Best,

  1. What is the primary purpose of the email?

  2. What can be inferred about the literacy programs?

  3. How does the sender encourage participation?

  4. What is the implied role of experienced volunteers?

  5. Which question seeks volunteer input?

  6. What bias might the sender exhibit?

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

Dear Coordinator,

Thank you for the reminder. I’m excited to the orientation on Saturday. I can contribute graphic design skills to create program materials. Please ensure the session practical tutoring scenarios to enhance preparation. I’d appreciate a schedule for upcoming volunteer shifts. Could you confirm if we’ll safety protocols during the session? I’m eager to with the literacy mission.

Best,

Clara Nguyen

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Answer key

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  1. What is the primary purpose of the email? B. To remind and prepare volunteers
  2. What can be inferred about the literacy programs? B. They focus on underserved groups.
  3. How does the sender encourage participation? C. By emphasizing preparation
  4. What is the implied role of experienced volunteers? B. To share practical knowledge
  5. Which question seeks volunteer input? B. Sharing specific skills
  6. What bias might the sender exhibit? A. Overoptimism about volunteer turnout
  7. B. attend
  8. B. includes
  9. B. receiving
  10. B. discuss
  11. B. align with

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