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CELPIP Reading Part 1: Reading Correspondence

CELPIP Reading Part 1 Practice Test: Request to Extend Deadline for Project Submission

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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

Dear Professor Andrews,

I am writing to respectfully request an extension for the submission of my final project for ECON 305, currently due on March 10, 2025. Due to unexpected personal circumstances, including a family emergency, I have been unable to dedicate sufficient time to completing the project to the standard expected. I sincerely regret any inconvenience this request may cause.

I propose submitting the project by March 17, which would allow me to address these challenges while ensuring a high-quality submission. Alternatively, I am open to a partial submission by March 10, with the remainder completed by March 14, if that better suits your schedule. Could you clarify whether an extension would impact my final grade or require additional documentation? Additionally, would you prefer to discuss this request in person during office hours or via email?

I greatly value your guidance and am committed to meeting course requirements. Please let me know your decision by March 5, and feel free to contact me at (902) 555-4321 or via email.

Thank you for considering my request.

Sincerely,

Aisha Khan

  1. What is Aisha’s main request?

  2. What tone does Aisha adopt?

  3. What does Aisha imply about her situation?

  4. What flexibility does Aisha offer?

  5. What assumption does Aisha make?

  6. Why does Aisha request a response deadline?

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

Dear Aisha,

Thank you for your request and for explaining your circumstances. I your commitment to quality work and am willing to grant an extension. You may submit the project by March 17, 2025, without penalty, provided you a brief progress update by March 10.

No additional documentation is at this time. I prefer to via email for further communication, as it is more efficient. Should you encounter additional challenges, please me promptly to discuss options.

I appreciate your proactive approach and wish you well.

Best,

Professor Andrews

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Answer key

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  1. What is Aisha’s main request? B. To delay her submission
  2. What tone does Aisha adopt? B. Apologetic and respectful
  3. What does Aisha imply about her situation? B. It affects her work quality.
  4. What flexibility does Aisha offer? C. Multiple submission options
  5. What assumption does Aisha make? B. The professor is available.
  6. Why does Aisha request a response deadline? B. To plan her schedule
  7. B. recognize
  8. B. provide
  9. B. required
  10. B. discuss
  11. A. notify

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